Full Time
JR-10783
JOB SUMMARY:
Assures the safe and proper use of pesticides in South Carolina by enforcing State and Federal laws governing pesticide use. Conducts investigations, inspections, and reports within an assigned territory to determine compliance. Establish knowledge and experience in pesticide use patterns, pest control activities, and investigative and law enforcement procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. This position is located in Beaufort area in South Carolina.
JOB DUTIES:
10% - Reporting: Writes narrative reports detailing the findings of each inspection or investigation using proper grammar, accurate facts, and conclusions drawn from legally supportable evidence developed or obtained during inspection. 50% - Inspections and Compliance: Inspects Restricted-Use Pesticide Dealers, pesticide retailers (marketplaces), pesticide producer establishments, pest control business offices, farms, nurseries, structures and other locations to monitor compliance with State and Federal pesticide regulations. Inspects records and physical facilities of pesticide applicators for compliance with State and Federal regulations. Conducts inspections and interviews to monitor compliance with the Federal Worker Protection Standard, the Endangered Species Act, the South Carolina Pesticide Control Act, the SC Chemigation Act and other related legislation. 10% - Other Duties As Assigned: Serves in an assigned role, often in collaboration with other units or agencies, to meet operational goals. Develops and maintains an understanding of emergency preparedness and agroterrorism prevention strategies, such as ICS trainings and exercises, to protect the State from threats. Assists other units within the Division of Regulatory and Public Service Programs as well as other state and federal agencies as needed. 10% - Education and Outreach: Participates in educational programming and public outreach activities emphasizing regulation through education. Collaborates with University staff, State agencies, or Federal cooperators to organize and attend events. Informs members of the regulated community and other stakeholders about relevant services through participation in trade shows, conferences, public events, and classroom presentations. Provides assistance to the regulated community. 20% - Investigations: Conducts for-cause investigations to monitor pesticide use and alleged misuse. Secures affidavits, reviews records, obtains physical evidence (formulation, use-dilution, and environmental samples) and documentary samples in accordance with agency established protocols. Inspects locations to which pesticides have been applied to determine if applications were conducted in compliance with the labeling of the products used, State and Federal law, and State Standards.
JOB CODE:
JA20
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Regular FTE Staff
Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and experience conducting investigations or performing other law enforcement duties. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: % Extends hands or arms in any direction: % Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: % Recognize or inspect visually: % Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: % Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): % Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): % Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: % Walk or move about: % Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: % Stand for Prolonged Period: %
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Electrical hazards: % Chemical hazards: % Wet and/or humid: % Exposure to dust/fumes: % Exposure to heat or cold: %
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours:
37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Expected Salary Range
$47,000 - $57,000
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:
Essential Support - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is necessary to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
JOB LOCATION:
Beaufort, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
October 9, 2026
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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Clemson is a dynamic research university located in Upstate South Carolina at the center of the booming I-85 corridor between Charlotte, N.C., and Atlanta, Ga. One of the nation's most selective public research universities according to U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review, Clemson University is the school of choice among top students in South Carolina and is increasingly competitive for the best students in the region and the nation. More than 17,100 students select from 70 undergraduate and 100 graduate degree programs through five academic colleges: Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences; Architecture, Arts and Humanities; Business and Behavioral Science; Engineering and Science; and Health, Education and Human Development.
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