Urban Search & Rescue Training Manager

Urban Search & Rescue Training Manager

Salary

$75,000.00 - $81,500.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

61159280-193089

Agency

Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation

Division

State Fire

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

10/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH45

Position Number:

61159280

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

GEN11

Hiring Range - Min.

$75,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$81,500.00

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 Agencys standard work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but the ability to work flexible and alternate hours based on work demands is required.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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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.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as the Training Manager for the Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) System and South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART) in support of Emergency Support Function (ESF) 4 & 9.
• You will provide program management for training and operational readiness.
• You will manage the training and education of the members of SC-TF1 and assist the five regional US&R teams.
• You will lead, develop and coordinate the training and exercises for SC-TF1 and SC-HART.
• You will manage the training of the US&R system relative to data collection and the database management of training records.
• You will ensure equipment, supplies, and curriculum meet current US&R standards.
• You will recommend and develop operational and program policies and procedures.
• You will deploy to emergency scenes and large-scale disasters as part of SC-TF1, SC-HART, SC-IST, CLEAR Team and FFMOB.
• You will serve as a Training Manager on SC-TF1 and SC-HART, during training, events/exercises, and incidents and may serve as a member on the IST when not deployed.
• You will perform other duties as assigned including mentoring and training personnel, preparing correspondence and reports, making budgetary and purchasing recommendations, assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of the program, and implementing needed changes.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelors degree and relevant program experience.
• A combination of education, relevant training, and/or experience may be considered in substitution for the bachelors degree, upon approval of Human Resources.
• MANDATORY REQUIREMENT: Possesses or can obtain within twelve (12) months of employment a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and can meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines).

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in training program development, delivery, and evaluation within the fire service, technical rescue, or emergency management field.
• Must be able to drive a state vehicle.
• Must have a valid drivers license and 10-year MVR that comply with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
• Required to lift, carry, move, and position objects weighing over 50 lbs.
• Requires emergency, daily, and some overnight and weekend travel. Holiday work may be required.
• Must be able to work in inclement/hazardous and austere environments for an extended period of time.

Other Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the US&R training requirements, NFPA standards, and credentialing systems.
• Skilled in developing and coordinating large-scale training exercises, curriculum, and evaluation programs.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to manage simultaneous training initiatives statewide.
• Ability to foster partnerships with state agencies, local jurisdictions, and federal partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leaders and prepare official reports.
• Ability to work under pressure during activations and coordinate the training readiness of multiple disciplines. Follows US&R guidelines

Additional Comments

Benefits Offered

This position participates in the Police Officers Retirement System (PORS).

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 www.careers.sc.gov 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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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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Do you have a current Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and meet all Department of Transportation guidelines?

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If you do not have a current CDL, do you understand that it is a requirement of this position that you can obtain within twelve (12) months of employment a CDL and meet all Department of Transportation guidelines?

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Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $75,000 to $81,500?

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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
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Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation Address 110 Centerview Drive, Kingstree Building

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-4011

803-896-4325

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.