OSHA Environmental Health Officer - South Carolina Dept. of Labor, Licensing & Regulation (Job)

Location: Lexington County, SC

Full-time Position

Closing Date: March 11, 2026

Salary Range: $49,150.00 - $52,500.00

Posted: February 11, 2026

Description:

Responsibilities 

  • You will attend and complete all modules of the SC OSHA Training Course and the basic course development class at the OSHA Training Institute.
  • You must learn and demonstrate hazard identification and recognize industry standards as methods of remediation for workplace hazards, participate in mock scenarios, and demonstrate knowledge of the inspection process.  
  • With guidance, you will conduct programmed and un-programmed inspections of facilities and/or construction sites to ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
  • You will prepare and submit written inspection reports of violations and recommendations of citations, penalties, and abatements.
  • You will evaluate safety and health programs for adequacy and make recommendations for improvement.
  • You will collect and evaluate data, complete and submit weekly logs, and complete other required reports and paperwork.

Skills/Eligibility:

Minimum and Additional Requirements

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs or radiological health. A bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • A bachelor’s degree with twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry and some experience with Occupational Safety and Health programs.
  • Any special certifications in the fields of industrial safety and/or health, their processes or equipment would be an added benefit.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
  • Must be flexible with a changing work schedule.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to exercise good time management and organizational skills. 
  • Ability to make sound decisions and prepare detailed reports.  
  • Ability to use computer technology to make presentations.

Other Requirements

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and 10-year MVR that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
  • Extensive travel with frequent overnight stays.
  • May require extended periods of driving, sitting, and visiting facilities that are non-ADA compliant.
  • Ascend/descent ladders and stairs.
  • Stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
  • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments with various terrain.
  • Ability to determine and identify hazards in the work environment.
  • May be required to pass a medical clearance and fit test for respirator use.

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