Safety Compliance Officer / Environmental Health Manager I (CMT - Roddey Nursing Care Center)

Safety Compliance Officer / Environmental Health Manager I (CMT - Roddey Nursing Care Center)

Salary

$45,300.00 - $61,100.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

190811

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

C.M. Tucker-Roddey

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

JB40

Position Number:

60030075

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Pay Grade

GEN08

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Safety Compliance Officer / Environmental Health Manager I, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C.M. Tucker Jr. Nurse Care Center-Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden St. Columbia, SC 29203.

As the the Environmental Safety Manager, you will assume full responsibility for various aspects of the Environment of Care Program, including design, education, performance, measurement and improvement; applies state and federal laws, policies and regulations to Environment of Care in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities for the Safety Compliance Officer / Environmental Health Manager I (include but are not limited to):

• Develop and manage the Environment of Care Program (EOC). Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the

Environment of Care (EOC) Program in alignment with laws, regulations, and best practices. Evaluate program effectiveness and revises policies and procedures as needed to ensure safety and compliance.

• Conduct Facility Inspections and Compliance Monitoring. Perform weekly compliance rounds across four units at C.M. Tucker and

conducts on-call safety inspections. Submit, track, and follow up on Physical Plant Services (PPS) and painter work orders through completion, reporting findings to the Facility Administrator.

• Perform Environmental Testing and Safety System Checks. Conduct and document monthly testing of water quality (hot water temperature, chlorine levels, hardness, alkalinity, and pH), fire and smoke wall inspections, annual smoke door inspections, weekly eyewash station checks, and monthly Secure Care Door Guardian System tests to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Analyze Safety Data and Reports to Leadership. Operate an information collection and evaluation system to assess EOC performance. Prepares detailed reports on safety issues, incidents, and trends for the Performance Improvement Coordinator, Facility Administrator, and Governing Body, including actions taken and their effectiveness.
• Provide Safety Education and participate in Committees. Serve as a resource on safety and EOC matters by participating in committees

such as Safety & Quality Improvement, Falls Committee, and the BHDD - OMH Disaster Coordinators Committee. Conduct confidential investigations, develop safety newsletters, and deliver safety in-services to enhance staff awareness and program effectiveness.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Additional Requirements:

• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Position is considered essential
• Ability to lift up to thirty (30) pounds routinely, with the ability to lift fifty (50) pounds or more during emergencies; ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, stoop, bend and climb at least two or three flights of stairs.
• Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in patient areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must have:

• A thorough knowledge of state and federal laws. policies and regulations relating to Environment of Care.
• A thorough knowledge of BHDD - OMH Policies & Procedures.
• The ability to present clear, concise and comprehensive reports and instructions
• The ability to exercise judgement and discretion
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities 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.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

• Retirement benefit choices *

• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

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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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Do you have a high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs or radiological health OR a bachelors degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering OR a related technical field that may be substituted for the required work experience?

• Yes
• No

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How would you rate your current knowledge of state safety regulations?

• Novice
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Expert

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Do you have experience with facility/building audits or surveys?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to lift up to thirty (30) pounds routinely, with the ability to lift fifty (50) pounds or more during emergencies?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, stoop, bend and climb at least two or three flights of stairs?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to tolerate noise level and circulate in patient areas?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.