Healthcare Planning and Construction Architect

Salary : $56,210.00 - $72,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 169571

Agency : SCDPH-Healthcare Quality

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : HD83

Position Number : : 61151009

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 7

Hiring Range - Min. : $56,210.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $72,000.00

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. 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 quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 p.m. on the stated closing date.

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

Job Responsibilities

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This position will cover the following counties :

Cherokee Kershaw Chester Lancaster

Chesterfield Lee

Darlington Marlboro

Fairfield York

Under limited supervision, reviews architectural / engineering drawings and specifications for health facilities. Inspects construction projects for compliance with licensing regulations and applicable building codes and standards to include the International Building Codes, National Fire Prevention Codes, and ANSI A 117.1 Code. Reports to the Principal Architect.

Reviews submitted Architectural / Engineering drawings and monitors the construction renovation of any licensed or proposed healthcare facility. Maintains professional demeanor and state-of-the-art knowledge of healthcare facility construction issues. Maintains documentation in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures including but not limited to construction inspections and testing. Assists with staff training. Consults with owners, administrators, architects, and engineers in planning, design, and construction of licensed or proposed healthcare facilities.

Provides assistance and coordination to personnel within the Department concerning Architectural, Engineering, and Fire / Life Safety issues pertaining to healthcare facilities. Performs other duties as assigned. When requested, participates as a member of Healthcare Quality's Emergency Response Team, serving in the Emergency Operations Center or other designated assignment. Participates in disaster preparedness and response and is designated as an essential employee, subject to duty and / or call on a 24-hour basis during an emergency.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in architecture and experience as a registered architect.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

Registration with the South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners. Experience in construction design of Group B, 1-1, 1-2, 1-4, R-3, or R-4 occupancies. A master's degree in architecture and five (5) or more years of relative experience as a registered architect.

Additional Comments

DRIVING RECORD : If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

EEO : SCDPH is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCDPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health 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
• REMOTE WORK : The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position.

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.

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Do you have a bachelor's degree in architecture and experience as a registered architect?

Do you have at least a master's degree in architecture and five (5) or more years of relative experience as a registered architect?

Are you registered with the South Carolina Board of Architectural Board of Examiners?

Are you a current or former SCDHEC / SCDPH employee?

Would you be willing to accept a salary within a hiring range of $56,210 -$72,000?

Required Question

Salary : $56,210 - $72,000