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

Posting number: 60028301-61166273-7424-191402

Department: Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation

Division: State Fire

Job classification: Engineer/Engineering Associate III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering

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.RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY - ON THE JOB TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED*This position will primarily TELECOMMUTE on a full-time basis with limited and occasional in-office meetings or field inspections.*Responsibilities

• You will serve as a non-uniformed Deputy State Fire Marshal and perform engineering evaluations and analysis.
• You will review for approval plans and specification submittals, with a focus on fire protection systems, 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 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.

• 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.

• Requires 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.

• 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.

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