NEOGOV · 8 hours ago
Water Quality Modeler (EHM II)
Richland County, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$57K/yr - $70K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Water Quality Modeler to join the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services. The role involves determining the impact of treated wastewater discharges on State waters using complex computer modeling techniques and scientific principles.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work as a project manager to determine pollution assimilative capacity for specific waterbodies using appropriate mathematical water quality models. Accurately and independently develop, calibrate and apply complex computerized mathematical models in determining WLAs and TMDLs. Using appropriate models, correctly determine recommended load allocations for non-point sources and wasteload allocations for NPDES permitted sources. Ensure proper determination of treatment levels to maintain water quality standards. Explain, document and defend results for TMDL, WLA and NPDES discharge permitting purposes as appropriate
Obtain and independently review available physical, biological, hydrologic, chemical and geospatial data to determine data inputs for water quality models and analyses using ArcGIS and other sources. Participate in design and completion of field studies and conduct site visits as required
Support development of the 303(d) List of Impaired Waters and support TMDL and other field monitoring activities supported by the 303(d), Modeling and TMDL Section
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A master's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field
A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or a related scientific field and one (1) year of environmental health or related experience
An associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and at least three (3) years of environmental health or related experience
A high school diploma or GED and at least five (5) years of environmental health or related experience
Knowledge of water quality data analysis, knowledge of environmental models, such as water quality models
Knowledge of environmental management practices, environmental science, hydrology, ecology, water chemistry, limnology, and advanced mathematics and statistics
Strong organizational, quantitative, technical writing, and communication skills are required
Skill with MS Excel for data manipulation and analysis
Ability to operate State owned vehicles
Ability to make presentations in a group setting
Ability to make visual observations of facilities, samples, plans, specifications, reports, waterbodies, etc
Experience understanding and analyzing environmental data
Ability to apply established methodology and scientific principles and incorporate relevant data to develop defensible water quality models and recommendations for discharge permit limits and TMDLs
Must have a valid SC Driver's License
Preferred
Knowledge or experience with spatial data analysis using ArcGIS
Knowledge or experience with water quality field work
Knowledge or experience with NPDES permitting
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
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
Remote Work: The option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES, based on job functions.
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.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
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