South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
Government AdministrationSouth Carolina, United States501-1000 Employees
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is a state government agency in the government administration sector, based in Columbia, South Carolina. It acts as the primary advocate and caretaker for the state's natural resources, seeking to balance conservation with the needs of residents and communities. Its mission centers on expanding understanding, encouraging wise use, and promoting safe enjoyment of healthy, diverse, sustainable, and accessible natural resources to enhance quality of life for both current and future generations. The department strives to be a trusted authority in protecting and managing natural resources, aiming to make prudent decisions for the benefit of the resources and the people of the state. In 2025, it announced the rollout of a statewide rabies case tracking resource, reflecting ongoing public-safety and environmental-health initiatives.