Inspector (Upstate)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and opening inspections of offices, facilities, and/or locations of licensees to ensure compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• Answer questions that licensees have about the inspection process.
• Prepare inspection reports and explain to licensees the basis for the corrective actions required.
• Conduct follow-up inspections detailing whether the required corrective actions were taken.
• Prepare and present documentation to the Investigative Review Committee (IRC) for non-compliance situations.
• Work closely with Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) and testify at hearings, as needed.
• Ensure information, documents and reports are properly uploaded into the Agency’s system.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. (A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior regulatory or experience performing inspections.
• Ability to conduct inspections, analyze facts, and reach conclusions.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations applicable to the job.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials and the general public.
• Ability to present clear, concise and comprehensive oral and written reports.
• Considerable knowledge and skill in the use of office equipment and computers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license and 10-year MVR that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
• Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.
• May require extended periods of driving, sitting, and visiting facilities that are non-ADA compliant.
• May need to bend, stoop, kneel and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• 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