Engineer/Engineering Associate III (Office of State Fire Marshal)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Job summary

State of South Carolina’s Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) is seeking a Deputy State Fire Marshal to support the Office of State Fire Marshal. The role will primarily telecommute, with occasional field visits to central or regional offices as needed.

The position involves reviewing architectural and engineering drawings for code compliance, providing technical assistance, and coordinating conferences with government and design professionals to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and intermediate-level engineering work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience.
• Must become ICC Fire Inspector I and Fire Plans Examiner within six months.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as a non-uniformed Deputy State Fire Marshal and perform engineering evaluations and analysis.
• You will review for approval, architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• You will assist architects, engineers, government officials, and the public with code interpretations and enforcement duties.
• You will arrange and conduct conferences with government officials, design professionals, contractors, and owners to resolve code compliance problems.
• You may conduct or assist with field inspections related to the approval of plans and monitor projects during construction through field inspections.
• You will provide occasional training and review of work performed to assist with work quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• You will provide technical assistance to other sections of the Office of State Fire Marshal and perform other duties, as needed or assigned, in support of State Fire’s mission.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Field work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

This position will primarily telecommute but may be occasionally required to conduct field inspections and report to a central or regional office.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as a non-uniformed Deputy State Fire Marshal and perform engineering evaluations and analysis.
• You will review for approval, architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• You will assist architects, engineers, government officials, and the public with code interpretations and enforcement duties.
• You will arrange and conduct conferences with government officials, design professionals, contractors, and owners to resolve code compliance problems.
• You may conduct or assist with field inspections related to the approval of plans and monitor projects during construction through field inspections.
• You will provide occasional training and review of work performed to assist with work quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• You will provide technical assistance to other sections of the Office of State Fire Marshal and perform other duties, as needed or assigned, in support of State Fire’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Engineer III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering and intermediate-level engineering work experience.
• Engineering Associate III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registration in South Carolina as a "A" Professional Engineer, Engineer-In-Training, and/or Certified Fire Marshal.
• Certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I
• Certified as a Fire Plans ExaminerRequires extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to building construction, planning, design, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to construction and renovation of buildings.
• Ability to communicate complex design criteria to state and local code officials, and construction related professionals.
• Ability to interpret codes, laws and standards as applied to specific situations.
• Ability to successfully and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

Other Requirements

• If not previously certified, must become certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I and Fire Plans Examiner within six (6) months.
• Position will primarily telecommute but will occasionally be required to conduct or assist with field inspections and report to a central or regional office.
• Occasional work outside of normal office hours, including holidays and weekends may be required.
• Occasional travel (local and overnight).
• Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.

Additional Comments

Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.