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

Salary: $68,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually
Location : Statewide, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 02
Agency: Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
Division: State Fire
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: HD70
Position Number:: 60028301
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $68,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $90,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: The Agency's standard business hours are Monday to Friday (8:30 to 5:00) but a flexible work schedule may be available.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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 and Additional Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• 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 Examiner
• Requires 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.
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LLR requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. You can access the website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, wherever you have internet access. Applicants will be required to submit a copy of their highest earned degree prior to an offer being extended. Applicants who will be required to drive a state or personal vehicle to regularly perform state duties will be required to submit an acceptable 10-year motor vehicle record (MVR) that complies with state and agency fleet guidelines. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation in your application or the supplemental questions may result in your disqualification from employment. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. By completing the application, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or Construction Science and Management? If so, please describe.
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Do you have Intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience? If so, please describe.
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Do you possess a registration in South Carolina as an "A" Professional Engineer, Engineer-In-Training and/or are Certified Fire Marshal? If yes, please describe.
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Do you possess certification as an ICC Fire Inspector I and Fire Plans Examiner? If no, do you understand that these certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

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Are you willing to work in a telecommuting environment within South Carolina where you will be responsible for providing you own workspace where you will complete most of your duties with a computer and technology equipment provided by your employer, with some field work and occasional duties at a central office in Richland County SC or a Regional Office?

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Have you listed ALL of your previous positions or jobs held for the past 10 years?

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Have you ever worked for the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation? If yes, please provide the approximate dates of work and the last job title held at LLR.
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Have you ever worked for a South Carolina state agency? If yes, please provide the agency name(s), approximate dates of work with each agency, and last job title held for the agency.
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Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $68,000 to $90,000?

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How did you hear about this position with LLR?

• Careers.sc.gov
• Indeed
• Facebook
• Firejobs.com
• Firerescue1.com
• Family or Friend
• LLR Employee
• Other

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