Outside Sales Representative (Savannah)

 Position: Outside Sales Representative
Location: Savannah, GA/Bluffton, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Signage & Visual Communications 

About Us: 

We are a leading provider of high-quality signage and visual
communication solutions, offering everything from custom exterior signs,
banners, and vehicle wraps to LED displays and interior signage. With a focus
on innovation and customer service, we help businesses of all sizes create
memorable brand experiences. We are looking for a highly motivated Outside
Sales Representative to join our team and drive new business in the signage
industry. 

Position Overview: 

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be responsible for growing
our client base by building relationships with local businesses and
organizations. This role is perfect for a results-driven individual with a
passion for sales, a consultative approach to client interactions, and
experience in the signage industry or a related field. You will manage the
entire sales process, from prospecting to closing deals, ensuring that clients
receive the best signage solutions to meet their needs. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Prospect for new clients by identifying and reaching out to local businesses in need of signage solutions. 
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face meetings with potential clients to understand their needs and present tailored signage solutions. 
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing clients to drive repeat business and referrals. 
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and quotes, working closely with our design and production teams. 
• Achieve sales goals by closing deals and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. 
• Stay informed about industry trends, product developments, and competitor offerings to provide clients with the best options. 
• Represent the company at networking events, trade shows, and other business events to generate leads and increase visibility. 

Qualifications:  

• Proven outside sales experience, preferably in signage, print, or related industries. 
• Strong ability to generate leads, build a pipeline, and close sales. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a consultative sales approach. 
• Ability to build rapport with clients from diverse industries, understanding their business needs and recommending the right solutions. 
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while also collaborating with internal teams. 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple clients and projects. 
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for client meetings. 

What We Offer:  

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential. 
• Mileage reimbursement for client visits. 
• Comprehensive training and support from an experienced team. 
• Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced and growing industry. 
• Full support from our in-house design, production, and installation teams to ensure client satisfaction. 
• A collaborative and energetic work environment where your success is rewarded. 

How to Apply: 

If you're an energetic sales professional looking to make an impact in
the signage industry, we’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and a cover
letter outlining your relevant sales experience to [email protected]. 

Be a part of a company that helps businesses stand out with impactful
signage solutions!  

Lab Analyst I, II or Chemist

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.  

Laboratory Analyst I:

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs duties related to the operation of the water and wastewater laboratory according to South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) regulations. Performs a variety of work involving the chemical and biological analysis of water and wastewater.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Provides technical and administrative support to the Laboratory and Water Quality Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the Authority’s water and wastewater laboratories in accordance with all SCDES regulations.

Performs daily routine analysis of raw and finished drinking water at Chelsea and Purrysburg water plants for alkalinity, hardness, phosphates, total coliforms, E.coli, residual chlorine, turbidity, fluoride, conductivity, dissolve oxygen (DO), and other parameters.

Performs daily routine calibrations of lab equipment at Chelsea and Purrysburg water plants which include balances, ovens, spectrophotometers, DO meter, conductivity meters, and pH/ISE meters.

Operates the Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analyzer to check water samples for total and dissolved organic carbon.

Detects organic matter in water utilizing ultraviolet optical technology with UV-254 analyzer.

Quantifies and detects the presence of total coliform and E.coli using IDEXX DST nutrient indicators such as Colilert.

Estimates the population density of water samples using the standard plate count microbiological procedure.

Performs scheduled sample collection with water operations.

Performs analyses within holding times and confirms the accuracy of results.

Prepares samples bottles for water quality parameters sample collection.

Maintains appropriate bench sheets for all laboratory analyses performed.

Maintains adequate quality control and quality assurance program for all parameters which includes Method Blanks, Laboratory Fortified Blanks, Laboratory Fortified Matrixes, Laboratory Fortified Matrix Duplicates, and Method Detection Levels.

Prepares reagents and chemicals used for water lab analyses and calibrations utilized by lab staff and water operators.

Maintain continuing demonstration of capability requirements (CDOC) for lab certification by completing and passing proficiency tests (PT) yearly.

Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System (Hach WIMS).

Uses data programs to analyze and process lab data such as Microsoft Excel 2016 and Microsoft Word 2016.

Provide data results used to prepare a variety of reports including bacteriological reports and SCDES Monthly Operating Reports.

Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory probes use with pH/ISE, DO, and conductivity meters. This involves replacing probes and changing out membranes and inner/outer solutions of probes.

Utilizes a variety of technically related equipment to include a pH/ISE meter, turbidimeter, DR3900 spectrophotometers, dissolve oxygen meters, balances, calculator, laboratory ovens, laboratory dishwasher, computer, Total Organic Carbon analyzer, digital burets, Incubators, water bath, colorimeters, conductivity meters, adjustable volume pipettes, Quanti-Tray sealer, and autoclave. 

Performs other related duties as required within the scope of their job.

Laboratory Analyst II:

SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision, performs duties related to the operation of the water and wastewater laboratory according to South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) regulations. Performs a variety of work involving the chemical and biological analysis of water and wastewater.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Provides technical and administrative support to the Laboratory & Water Quality Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the Authority’s water and wastewater laboratories in accordance with all SCDES regulations.

Utilizes atomic absorption (AA) spectroscopy with flame and furnace atomizers to obtain quantitative and qualitative data for trace metals in water.

Operates the Gallery automated chemical analyzer to test samples for nitrates, nitrites, phosphates, and ammonia.

Performs routine weekly analysis of raw and treated wastewater for biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand (CBOD), total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolve solids, (TDS), ammonia, nitrates, nitrites, total and ortho phosphates, alkalinity, chlorides, and turbidity. 

Performs daily routine analysis of raw and finished drinking water for alkalinity, calcium hardness, phosphates, total coliforms, e.coli, residual chlorine, turbidity, fluoride, conductivity, TDS, color, and dissolve oxygen (DO).

Performs daily routine calibrations of lab equipment which include balances, ovens, spectrophotometers, DO meters, conductivity meters, pH meters, and ISE meters.

Operates the total organic carbon (TOC) analyzer to check water samples for total and dissolved organic carbon.

Detects organic matter in water utilizing ultraviolet optical technology with UV-254 analyzer.

Quantifies and detects the presence of total coliform, fecal coliform, and enterococcus (for example e.coli and e.faecium) using IDEXX DST nutrient indicators such as Colilert-18 and Enterolert.

Estimates the population density of water samples using the standard plate count microbiological procedure. 

Prepare sample bottles for scheduled sample collection with water and wastewater operations.

Performs tests within holding times and confirms the accuracy of results.

Prepares samples and performs associated documentation for contract laboratories.

Maintains appropriate bench sheets for all laboratory analyses performed. 

Maintains adequate quality control & quality assurance program for all parameters to include Method Blanks, Lab Fortified Blanks, Lab Fortified Matrixes, Lab Fortified Matrix Duplicates, and Method Detection Levels.

Prepares reagents and chemicals used for various analyses and calibrations utilized by lab staff and water/wastewater operators.

Maintains continuing demonstration of capability requirements (CDOC) for lab certification by completing and passing proficiency tests (PT) yearly.

Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System (Hach WIMS).

Uses various data programs to analyze and process lab data such as WinLab32, Gallery 5.1A, Microsoft Excel 2016, and Microsoft Word 2016.

Provide data results used to prepare a variety of reports including bacteriological reports, SCDES Ground Water Monitoring Reports, SCDES Discharge Monitoring Reports, and SCDES Monthly Operating Reports.

Performs preventive maintenance on AA spectrometer and laboratory probes use with pH/ISE, DO, and Conductivity meters. This involves replacing AA graphite furnace tube, replacing probes, and changing out membranes and inner/outer solutions of probes.

Drives to multiple groundwater monitoring well sites to pull water samples. Uses a sampling pump, shovel, conductivity meter, and pH meter to obtain groundwater well samples from various sites. Flag hard to find well locations in the field.

Utilizes additional lab equipment to perform analyses such as turbidimeter, DR2800, and DR3900 spectrophotometers, BOD dissolve oxygen meters, balances, calculator, furnace oven, laboratory oven, laboratory dishwasher, Metals Digestion Unit (HotBlock), Rapid Distillation Unit, computer, incubators, coliform water bath, digital burets, colorimeters, adjustable volume pipettes, Quanti-Tray sealer, and autoclave.

Performs other related duties as required within the scope of their job.

Chemist:

SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision, performs duties related to the operation of the water and wastewater laboratory according to South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) regulations. Performs an extensive range of analytical tests for the chemical and biological analysis of water and wastewater including but not limited to gas chromatography, spectrometry, and particle imaging.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Utilizes gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC/MS) with solid phase microextraction (SPME) and programmable temperature vaporizing (PTV) for quantitative and qualitative results of water samples tested for taste and odor compounds (Geosmin and 2-methylisoborneol).  

Utilizes atomic absorption (AA) spectroscopy with flame and furnace atomizers to obtain quantitative and qualitative data for trace metals in water. 

Utilizes the FlowCam for microbiological algae identification and quantification (for example cyanobacteria, detritus, diatoms, etc.) of surface water and wastewater activated sludge samples. 

Operates the Gallery automated chemical analyzer to test samples for nitrates, nitrites, phosphates, and ammonia.

Performs routine weekly analysis of raw and treated wastewater for biological oxygen demand (BOD), total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, total and ortho phosphorous, alkalinity, chlorides, and turbidity.

Performs daily routine analysis of raw and finished water for alkalinity, calcium hardness, phosphates, total coliforms, e.coli, residual chlorine, turbidity, fluoride, conductivity, TDS, color, and dissolved oxygen (DO).

Performs daily routine calibrations of lab equipment which include balances, ovens, spectrophotometers, DO, conductivity meters, pH meters, and ISE meters.

Operates the total organic carbon (TOC) analyzer to check water samples for total and dissolved organic carbon.

Detects organic matter in water utilizing ultraviolet optical technology with UV-254 analyzer.

Quantifies and detects the presence of total coliform, fecal coliform, and enterococcus (for example e.coli and e. faecium) using IDEXX DST nutrient indicators such as Colilert-18 and Enterolert.

Estimates the population density of water samples using the standard plate count microbiological procedure.

 Maintains adequate quality control and quality assurance program for all parameters which includes Method Blanks, Laboratory Fortified Blanks, Laboratory fortified Matrixes, Laboratory Fortified Matrix Duplicates, and Method Detection Levels.

Prepares reagents and chemicals used for various analyses and calibrations utilized by lab staff and water/wastewater operators.

Maintain continuing demonstration of capability requirements (CDOC) for lab certification by completing and passing proficiency tests (PT) yearly.

Prepare sample bottles for scheduled sample collection with water and wastewater operations.

Perform analyses within holding times and confirms accuracy of results.

Maintains appropriate bench sheets for all laboratory analyses performed.

Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System (Hach WIMS).  

Uses various data programs to analyze and process lab data such as, Tracefinder, Xcalibur, ISQ Dashboard, visual spreadsheet 4.0, WinLab32, Gallery 5.1A, Microsoft Excel 2016, and Microsoft word 2016.

Prepares sample bottles and performs associated documentation for contract laboratories.

Provide data results used to prepare a variety of reports including biological reports, SCDES Ground Water Monitoring Reports, SCDES Discharge Monitoring Reports, and SCDES Monthly Operating Reports.

Performs preventive maintenance on GC/MS, AA, and laboratory probes use with pH/ISE, DO, and Conductivity meters. This involves cutting and replacing GC column, cleaning the MS source, changing out GC liners and sleeves, cleaning GC injection ports, replacing AA graphite furnace tube, replacing syringes, replacing probes, and changing out membranes and inner/outer solutions of probes.

Drives to multiple groundwater monitoring well sites to pull water samples. Uses a sampling pump, shovel, conductivity meter, and pH meter to obtain groundwater well samples from various sites. Flag hard to find well locations in the field.  

Utilizes additional lab equipment to perform analyses such as turbidimeter, DR2800 and DR3900 spectrophotometers, dissolve oxygen meters, balances, calculator, furnace, laboratory oven, laboratory dishwasher, Metals Digestion Unit (HotBlock), Rapid Distillation Unit, computer, incubators, colorimeters, coliform water bath, digital burets, adjustable volume pipets, Quanti-Tray sealer, and autoclave.

Provide technical and administrative support to the Laboratory and Water Quality Manager in managing the day to day operations of the Authority’s water and wastewater laboratories.

Performs other related duties as required within the scope of their job.

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.  

Accountant IV

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.  

SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, is responsible for the proper and ethical functioning of Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority’s accounting and financial information system. Performs duties to include transaction processing, assistance in preparation for the audit and annual comprehensive financial report as applicable, assistance in preparation of the annual operations and maintenance budget, and assistance in other financial reporting as required. Responsible for developing policies for approval and documents standard operating procedures, as well as performing internal reviews of financial processes. Additionally, performs special projects and analysis as necessary and is responsible for the administration of the financial information system.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:

Responsible for ensuring appropriate accounting procedures, including internal controls, are followed and accounting systems report information that is accurate and timely. Maintains an effective accounting system by ensuring transactions support effective allocation of resources, are within policy confines, are properly reviewed, approved and safeguarded, and have been recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  

Acts as the system administrator of the financial information system. Responsible for setting up new general ledger accounts and vendor setup/maintenance. Oversees systems that integrate data into the financial information system, which ultimately impacts financial data. 

Responsible for administration of Wells Fargo banking and corporate credit card platforms.

Assists the Accounting Manager with monthly preparation of financial statements, financial analysis, and preparation for the annual audit and annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR). 

Assists in preparation of the annual operations budget, including coordinating with other departments and compiling request data.

Assist the Accounting Manager with debt service, disclosure and overall financial compliance. 

Reviews, prepares, processes and approves various forms and documents including accounts payable checks, vendor invoices, bank reconciliations, sales and consumption reports, account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, payroll, etc.

Examines internal process in relation to systems supporting financial data and provide recommendations for efficiencies through technology.

Maintains an awareness and makes recommendations of new products, technologies, trends, and advances in the profession; read professional manuals and publications to increase knowledge of accounting, financial, and budgetary principles and internal control procedures; attends conferences, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.

Assists external auditors and Accounting Manager with additional accounting duties as requested. May perform selected duties of the absence of the Accounting Manager within the confines of internal control procedures.

Assists in the absence of the Accountant III and other Accountants as required.

Performs other duties as required. Analyzes all duties to ensure deadlines are met and requirements are performed timely and accurately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Requires a bachelor degree with an emphasis in accounting or finance or closely related field, supplemented by five years previous experience and/or training that includes governmental accounting, budgeting, or finance. Requires good analytical skills, computer proficiency with a computerized accounting system, mathematical skills, general accounting knowledge, and a high degree of professional skepticism. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid driver's license. 

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.

Computer Proficiency: Must be proficient with computer software processing, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and general ledger applications.

Analytical Aptitude: Requires strong analytical skills and the exercise of professional skepticism. All transactions should be analyzed with a questioning mind and a critical assessment of the accounting evidence.   

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages and decimals; determine time and weight; and to employ advanced financial and statistical analysis, including the ability to calculate discounts, interest, financial ratios, etc.

Writing Skills: Requires proficiency in written communication, particularly with regards to financial reporting and the documentation of business practices and procedures.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor as well as providing guidance and direction to subordinate staff members.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read and comprehend a variety of reports, informational and technical documentation, directions, instructions, policies, and procedures. Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice. 

Intelligence: Has the ability to apply principles of rational systems such as accounting to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Must possess excellent analytical skills.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information and to follow verbal and written instructions. Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in utilizing equipment. 

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.   

Corporate Engagement Manager

ABOUT US

United Way of the Lowcountry unites the community to identify and solve our most critical issues. We are dedicated to improving people's lives and creating community-level change. Our work includes leading cross-sector collaborations, advocating for public policy changes, and investing in programs that create opportunities for members of our community to achieve self-sufficiency. United Way of the Lowcountry currently partners with corporate, foundation, individual, and government funders to address the community’s most pressing needs and drive sustainable results. In Beaufort and Jasper counties, we're working to create a brighter future for all. We do this in two ways: by providing essential services that meet the immediate needs of our most vulnerable residents and by investing strategically in education and economic mobility programs.

POSITION SUMMARY

United Way of the Lowcountry (UWLC) partners with companies, creating mutually beneficial relationships that boost philanthropy, volunteerism, and employee engagement. These partnerships have yielded more than $600,000 in annual workplace campaigns. The Corporate Engagement Manager will manage and deepen relationships with business accounts to increase engagement and philanthropic giving to support transformative change within Beaufort and Jasper counties. This role will focus on creating and executing short- and long-term plans to drive revenue growth by forging new partnerships and exploring business opportunities. This is a hands-on, in-the-community position that is vital, both internally and externally. The Corporate Engagement Manager is required to be an innovative and creative thinker, have salesmanship and collaboration skills, and have the determination to translate community needs into opportunities to make a difference through financial support of UWLC.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Fundraising and Donor Stewardship

• Build strategic year-round relationships that align with the mission and vision of UWLC.
• Develop, implement, and manage workplace fundraising campaigns in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
• Responsible for seeking new corporate prospects and developing relationships with new or lapsed workplace campaigns resulting in event partnerships, volunteers, and increased revenue.
• Implement workplace campaign best practices including leadership and corporate giving.
• Coordinate with corporate partners to set campaign goals, develop promotional materials, and create engaging content.
• Review past giving and performance history for organizations and develop appropriate strategies for engagement.
• Creatively and collaboratively plan and execute various special events to accomplish corporate engagement objectives.
• Track and analyze workplace campaign performance, providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Monitor all third-party processed accounts.
• Provide training to workplace coordinators of participating businesses and provide support and education pertaining to UWLC programs and impact throughout the year.
• Represent UWLC at each organization, leading presentations and attending events as requested.
• Ensure timely collection and submission of company pledges.
• Work closely with the Director of Marketing on all collateral and written materials.
• Assist with other fundraising activities and initiatives as needed.

2. Partnership Development:

• Identify and cultivate relationships with current and potential corporate partners, including organizational leaders, representatives, employees, and company coordinators to increase giving and engagement with UWLC on a year-round basis.
• Execute year-round engagement strategies with UWLC corporate partners to maximize engagement and increase revenue.
• Conduct presentations and meetings with company leaders and employee groups to promote UWLC’s mission, programs, and fundraising opportunities.
• Provide exceptional support and stewardship to existing corporate partners, ensuring a positive and productive relationship.
• Through strong relationship-building skills, gain a deep understanding of each corporate relationship and how UWLC can assist with their Corporate Social Responsibility goals.

3. Employee/Volunteer Engagement:

• Represent UWLC at each company, lead presentations, and attend events as requested.
• Organize and execute events, activities, and volunteer opportunities to encourage employee participation in UWLC initiatives.
• Accompany coordinators to meetings with corporate partners to secure commitments for corporate giving, leadership giving, and employee workplace campaigns.
• Lead a team of corporate engagement coordinators to achieve mutually agreed-upon goals.
• In conjunction with the Marketing Department, develop and distribute materials that inspire and motivate employees to engage in workplace giving.
• Serve as a resource for employees seeking information about United Way’s programs and impact.
• Provide training to coordinators of targeted organizations and provide support throughout the year.
• Facilitate meetings and provide the volunteers with timely reports, information, and collateral so they are successful in their fundraising efforts.

4. Strategy and Planning:

• Collaborate with the fundraising team to develop annual goals and strategies for each workplace campaign.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continuously improve workplace fundraising efforts.
• Contribute to the development of innovative approaches to enhance donor engagement and retention.

5. CRM and Database Management:

• Learn and utilize the Charity Proud CRM system for prospect management and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records of campaign activities, donor information, and financial data within CRM.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Five or more years working in the nonprofit industry in fundraising and/or sales.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Awareness and Sensitivity to External Environment: Situational awareness. Is aware of the organization’s position in the community and the effect of words and actions on that position. Being savvy in dealing with internal and external customers. Promotes and affirms conversations about and on behalf of the organization.
• Collaborative/Inclusive Outlook: Work in a way that builds trust, relationships, and confidence. Promote an environment that is free from personal or professional biases. Actions are both open and transparent.
• Communication: Speak clearly, write effectively and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens to executives, co-workers, employees, and outside advisors in order to effectively and efficiently share information and ideas. Demonstrate effective group presentation and meeting skills.
• Innovation: Comfortable and proactive with developing, recommending, and introducing new ideas and methods.
• Relationship Building: Has the ability to connect and influence a large and diverse group of people. Is seen as a bridge builder and someone who can build and maintain meaningful professional relationships.
• Results-Oriented Thinking and Behavior: Demonstrate a genuine concern for effectiveness. Possess the desire to get the job done with excellence. Is focused on achieving the best results for action taken – does not settle for mediocrity.

Other Requirements:

• Donor/client retention, growth, cultivation, and acquisition experience.
• Demonstrated analytical decision-making skills.
• Ability to conduct basic research and data mining.
• High attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Hands-on volunteer coordinator recruitment. Ability to engage and inspire high-level coordinators.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license, proof of auto insurance coverage, daily access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work hours outside of 8:30 am - 5:00 pm workday and to work occasional weekends and evening events.
• Professional demeanor and appearance required, choosing the correct attire to represent the United Way of the Lowcountry, Inc. in conservative environments where professional appearance and dress are mandatory.
• Confidentiality of donor information is critical and must be maintained at all times.

Environment:

The employee is in a non-confined office-type setting in which he or she is free to move about at will. In addition, the employee will travel via personal vehicle to client sites, workplace and special events, etc.

Physical Activity:

In the course of performing this work, the employee:

• Will spend substantial time standing, sitting, speaking, and listening.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equipment and Software Operation:

The incumbent in this position may operate the following equipment:

• Computer, printer, and related equipment.
• Audio-visual equipment.
• Microsoft Office.

UNITED WAY CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF:

• Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivation.
• Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and are astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
• Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
• Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
• Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.

Prison Program Coordinator

Essential Duties

1. Responsible for overall management and coordination of the College’s Prison Education Program. Will serve as a liaison with the College, prison officials, and the Dept. of Correction
2. Provide support to students who are eligible to participate in the College’s Prison Education Program including assistance with student applications, coordination of FAFSA applications, and referring students to various support services.
3. Develop and implement processes that ensure students have the materials necessary for success such as books and school supplies.
4. Manage budgets and prepare reports as required. This includes SACSCOC documentation and developing a Memorandum of Agreement.
5. Assist in writing grant proposals for prison education programs.
6. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field and 2 years' experience in curriculum management or development required. 

Preferred Qualifications

 Experience with Prison Education Programs preferred. 

SALARY

Depends on Qualifications

LOCATION

Beaufort County, SC

JOB TYPE

FTE - Full-Time 

Additional Comments

The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina’s Low Country Region. The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education. The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, genetic information, genetic identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. 

Records Management Director

 JOB SUMMARY

The Records Management Director manages records and storage retention for all County departments. Responsibilities include scanning and microfilming permanent County records; utilizing associated software programs;
overseeing the delivery of incoming and outgoing mail and packages; managing the receipt of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for the County; developing and monitoring budgets; supervising assigned staff; managing
associated vendor contracts; installing quality controls and providing customer services. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Supervises and prioritizes scanning/digitalization of projects including providing assistance to staff, when necessary, in order to complete a task or to accommodate the re-prioritization of a project. 
• Oversees and prioritizes functions such as records storage; managing inventory, and responding to requests for incoming records; pulling and maintaining records; and following policies and procedures for records
  retention and maintenance. 
• Provides oversight of handling of FOIA requests; provides peripheral assistance to staff when necessary, ensures responses are timely and follows FOIA protocols; and coordinates FOIA requests with the County's Legal Department and Public Information Officer when necessary,  
• Assigns tasks to employees; addresses personnel issues; interviews and hires employees; and processes timesheets and leave applications.  
• Adheres to sound budgetary practices; monitors expenses. 
• Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level.
    

Qualifications 

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree 
• Five (5) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.   

SCADA Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:

Supervises SCADA personnel that perform any work in the SCADA systems described below.

Performs numerous supervisory duties for the SCADA group to include instructing, assigning and reviewing work, allocating personnel appropriately, managing time and attendance and performing other personnel related functions such as providing on-the-job training, guidance, and task leadership, recommendations for hiring, transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions, and discharge.

Monitors adherence to safety and security policies and recommends changes when needed.

Communicates proactively to determine modifications to the SCADA systems to assist and optimize the operations and maintenance and security of the water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection and wastewater treatment systems.

Assists the in the technical support and optimization of the SCADA system. This includes field input/output (I/O) devices, access and control, wiring, PLC and Micro hardware and software, fiber optic network system, radio communications systems, personnel computer workstation both server / client application hardware and software. User departments and Technical Operations/SCADA staff will assist the SCADA System Technician as directed by the respective department supervisor or manager.

Utilizes Allen Bradley Rockwell RSLogix and Modicon PLC programming software to create and modify screens and programming to support operation groups' ability to monitor and control processes.

Troubleshoots, repairs, and performs testing activities on various SCADA related equipment including RTUs, PLCs, various instrumentation and field related equipment such as PLC Input/Output (I/O) module (board level) including all equipment inside the RTU cabinet; uninterrupted power supplies, relays, breakers, field I/O devices, fiber optic and radio communications equipment and other related devices. This may require technical manual research to perform repairs, part procurement and calibrations.

Coordinates outsourced repairs and upgrades with BJWSA’s SCADA integrator and repair vendors.

Coordinates & designs with BJWSA Technical Services as well as our SCADA integrator any new facility SCADA network or devices to ensure interface with BJWSA SCADA systems and compliance with long range design.

Coordinates with Information Technology Network Administrator for interfacing the SCADA with the Administrative Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) and the SCADA servers, workstations to include both hardware and software. This may include software and hardware warranty issues, system upgrades, modifications or expansions, new software installation, routine database backups, and other recognized computer best practices. 

Coordinates with user departments, and Technical Operations/SCADA staff for preventive and/or corrective maintenance of all SCADA systems hardware, software, and communications components.

Develops SCADA modifications and expansions to support cost reduction and work streamlining for operations groups.

Participates in long range planning and budgeting to determine future SCADA improvements and expansion.

Develops, maintains and enforces requirements of a comprehensive SCADA System Management and Standards Manual.

Ensures complete records are maintained for work activities, including software logs, system availability/failure records, strategy and loop records, software modifications records, PLC programs, and preventive maintenance records.

Assists in the development of training programs and in the training of staff, including new operators and other system users.

Orders parts, materials and equipment utilizing MUNIS, the financial management system. Establishes and maintains a critical spare parts inventory of SCADA hardware.

Maintains up to date knowledge of safety regulations, BJWSA policies and procedures and incorporates into plant installations and maintenance functions.

Provides quick and courteous customer service to the end users of the SCADA systems.

Prepares clear, concise, and complete technical documents reports, and correspondence.

Provides department management with reports (written or oral, as requested) on the status of the SCADA system in the respective department.

Performs other duties as required.

Serves as a member of the emergency stay-behind team, and available afterhours to respond to SCADA related issues.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Prefer an Associate’s Degree in Electronics or related technology. Must have five (5) years’ experience in an instrumentation/SCADA / Information Technologies systems field or High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the Information Technologies / SCADA / Electronics or related systems area. A working knowledge of Windows based computer operating systems to include server / client application. A working knowledge of field I/O devices and access and control concepts required. A working knowledge of low voltage (<600 volts) electrical work and its safety hazards. Knowledge of SCADA applications in an industrial facility especially in the area of water and wastewater plant operations, knowledge of troubleshooting and programming techniques involving Allen Bradley PLC’s, Modicon PLC’s, field I/O devices, access and control, wiring, fiber optic networks, MDS radio communications equipment, and server / client workstations application required. Must be able to effectively communicate and demonstrate project management skills in working with user departments, Operations and Information Technology. Must have a basic understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and security requirements. 3 years’ experience at a supervisory or lead level required. Must be fluent with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint as well as other email and file sharing applications. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must possess or complete BJWSA sponsored training in confined space entry, bloodborne pathogen, hazardous material, first aid/CPR, forklift operations, crane operations, and lockout-tagout.  

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally and with a 2-way radio and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information to others, to include comprehension of complex oral and written instructions. Plans and/or attends meetings in support of system operations.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of information. Requires the ability to prepare related reports and information, using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.   

Computer Proficiency: Must be proficient with computer software including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, database and general ledger applications. Must possess strong keyboarding skills.  

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions; to counsel and teach employees. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons from a variety of educational backgrounds using technical terminology as required. 

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas, add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, determine percentages and decimals.

Writing Skills: Requires proficiency in written communication, particularly documentation of business practices and procedures.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately using mechanic tools, etc.. Ability to operate motor vehicles and personnel lift equipment required.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have strong levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress when confronted with difficult personalities or emergencies.

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.  

Technical Maintenance Specialist I or II

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs.  

Technical Maintenance Specialist I:

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, assists with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, instrumentation, maintenance and repair of all equipment related to BJWSA’s water and sewer systems. Assists in troubleshooting and assessment of maintenance and repairs, the planning and requisition of parts, and the implementation of repair.    

Duties include but are not limited to:

Assists in and/or performs maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and instrumentation equipment at the water plants, water pump stations, wells, storage tanks, wastewater plants, wastewater pump stations, and disposal sites. Performs preventative maintenance and makes repairs as instructed.

Assists in the planning and installation of new equipment such as controls, motors, chemical feeders, pumps, piping at the water and wastewater facilities. 

Analyzes, tests, monitors, calibrates and adjusts process control systems in conjunction with the system operator and under regular supervision and assistance. 

Receives, reviews, prepares, processes and/or transmits a variety of information such as flow and pressure charts, maintenance work orders, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, parts schematics, product manuals and parts catalogs time cards, material requisitions etc.

Maintains electrical system of the water and wastewater facilities with an understanding of the low voltage electrical circuits and AC/DC systems.  

Assists or performs general facility maintenance, including lighting, painting, carpentry, plumbing, landscape irrigation and HVAC systems.

Provides on-the-job training, guidance, and task leadership for Technical Maintenance Trainees. 

Required to be “On-Call” after normal working hours on a rotating weekly schedule, responding to emergency calls from operations personnel.

Performs other duties as required within the scope of responsibility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with one year of vocational or technical school training in general electrical and mechanical studies with a minimum of two years of experience dealing with the same or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must possess ability to communicate, both orally and in writing and requires computer experience in Microsoft Office Products with the ability to use software used by the Authority. Must possess or complete BJWSA sponsored training in confined space entry, bloodborne pathogen, hazardous material, first aide/CPR, forklift operations, crane operations, and lockout-tagout within two years of hire.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) within one year from hire. Must possess or be able to obtain a Class “D” Water Distribution license and a Class “D” Wastewater Collection System license within one year of hire. Must show progression towards required licensure. 

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey information including receiving instructions, work assignments and/or directions from immediate supervisor.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of information. Requires the ability to prepare related reports and information, using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.   

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. 

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract totals; to multiply and divide; to determine percentages and decimals.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. 

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using mechanic tools, etc.; to operate motor vehicles.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have strong levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Technical Maintenance Specialist II:

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, assists and performs the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and instrumentation maintenance of all equipment related to the Authority’s water and wastewater system. Troubleshoots and assesses maintenance and repairs, plans, acquires parts, schedules and implements repairs.  

Duties include but are not limited to:

Assists in and/or performs maintenance on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and instrumentation equipment at the water plant, water pump stations, wells, storage tanks, wastewater plants, wastewater pump stations, and disposal sites. Plans and performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs as needed.

Assists in and/or performs the assessment, planning, requisitioning, scheduling and installation of new equipment at the water and wastewater facilities, to include equipment such as advanced control systems, motors, chemical feeders, pumps, piping, instrumentation, analyzers, data acquisition and telecommunication.

Analyzes tests, monitors, calibrates and adjusts process control systems in conjunction with the system operator and under general supervision and guidance.

Receives, reviews, prepares, processes and/or transmits a variety of information such as maintenance work orders, procedure manuals, electrical, mechanical process schematics, NEC codes, technical reports, and parts catalogs. 

Maintains electrical system of the water and wastewater facilities with an understanding of low to medium voltage electrical currents, thorough knowledge of digital analog control circuits, automated control systems, and AC/DC control circuits.

Performs general facility maintenance, including lighting, painting, carpentry, plumbing, landscape irrigation and HVAC systems.

Provides on-the-job training, guidance, and task leadership for Technical Maintenance Trainees and Technical Maintenance Specialists I. 

Required to be “On-Call” after normal working hours on a rotating weekly schedule, responding to emergency calls from operations personnel.

Performs other duties as required within the scope of responsibility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with two years of vocational or technical school training in electrical, mechanical, electronic and instrumentation studies with minimum of five years of experience dealing with the same or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  

Must possess ability to communicate, both orally and in writing and requires computer experience in Microsoft Office Products with the ability to use software used by BJWSA. Must possess or complete BJWSA sponsored training in confined space entry, bloodborne pathogen, hazardous material, first aid/CPR, forklift operations, crane operations, and lockout-tagout within two years from hire.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid driver’s license upon hire and either possess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within one year from hire. Must possess or be able to obtain a Class “C” Water Distribution license and a Class “C” Wastewater Collection license within two (2) years from hire. Must show progression towards required licensure after one (1) year.

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, work assignments and/or directions from immediate supervisor, and relaying that information to others.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of information. Requires the ability to prepare related reports and information, using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.  

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. 

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract totals; to multiply and divide; to determine percentages and decimals.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. 

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using mechanic tools, etc.; to operate motor vehicles.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have strong levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs. 

Field Operator

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs. 

An entry-level position in the multi-skilled Field Operations workforce. Under frequent supervision, performs and assists with inspections and general maintenance on wastewater pump stations, which include the basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, instrumentation, maintenance, and repair of all equipment at all wastewater pump stations. Performs and assists with pipeline locating, customer complaints and customer service inspections; maintains, installs and repairs water and sewer lines; valve operation; and line flushing to ensure quality service to BJWSA customers. Performs work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime on weekdays and weekends and subject to inclusion into a 24hr on-call rotation schedule.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Prefer a minimum of 1 year of related experience.

Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Proficiency in utilizing computers and electrical equipment.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must complete BJWSA sponsored training in work zone safety, trenching and shoring, arc flash training, crane operations, confined space entry, lock out/tag out, first aid/CPR and blood borne pathogens. Must possess ability to communicate, both orally and in writing and requires computer experience in Microsoft Office Products with the ability to use software used by the Authority.

Summary

Starting Salary: $18.52 per hour

Career Progression Opportunities:

- Field Operator I: $20.37+ per hour

- Field Operator II: $22.92+ per hour

- Field Operator III: $25.78+ per hour

- Field Operator IV: $29.06+ per hour

All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs. 

IT Network Engineer

Under limited supervision, installs, configures and supports the Authority’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems. Responsible for the availability, reliability, performance, security and maintenance of the Authority’s Enterprise and SCADA network infrastructure. This includes future design, implementations and operational support for all security and network related initiatives as it relates to the Authority. Provides Tier 3 support to the organization.