Environmental Inspector - Stormwater

Frederick County Government; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 42.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A local government agency in Maryland seeks an experienced inspector for stormwater compliance. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, preparing reports, and ensuring enforcement of environmental regulations. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in inspection or stormwater management. This position offers full-time hours with competitive benefits.

Leistungen

Generous vacation and sick leave

Comprehensive medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee wellness programs

Qualifikationen

• 2 years of work experience in inspection or stormwater management.
• OR 4 years of experience in land grading or geotechnical testing.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Aufgaben

• Conduct inspections for stormwater compliance.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Issue compliance citations as necessary.
• Respond to citizen inquiries on environmental issues.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of construction materials

Ability to interpret reports

Effective communication skills

Technical judgment

Knowledge of civil engineering practices

Ausbildung

High school graduation or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

JOB INFORMATION

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible; additional compensation to include steel/composite toe safety boots and a winter coat. In addition, the Department provides up to $1,000 in job-related training); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits

This skilled technical position is responsible for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), and NPDES Industrial General Permit compliance inspection and enforcement on publicly and privately owned sites within Frederick County and under the authority of the Division of Energy and Environment (DEE). Supervision is received from the Stormwater Department Head within that Division.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct on-site inspections and enforcement of:
  • Triennial inspections of County-owned stream restoration projects, roadside swales, green infrastructure, and other “alternative practices” as defined by the Maryland Department of Environment in the “Maryland Stormwater Design Manual” and “Accounting for Stormwater Waste load Allocations and Impervious Acres Treated” guidance
  • Frederick County’s reforestation programs, Creek ReLeaf, triennial inspection and private easement enforcement
  • Triennial existing roadside grass swale inspections
  • DEE funded Stormwater Best Management Practices installation and long-term maintenance
  • Provide inspection assistance to the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Good Housekeeping Plan, including use of Hach test kits
• Read and review stream, wetland, reforestation, and other BMP restoration plans
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports on each assigned project and/or other incident response
• Use electronic field tools like ArcGIS Survey123, ArcGIS collector, and Cartegraph; recommend updates and modifications as requirements evolve
• Issue Violation Notices, Civil and/or Criminal Citations as necessary to gain plan/code compliance
• Respond to citizen complaints or inquiries into Environmental issues within DEE jurisdiction
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High school graduation or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in the inspection, design or review of sediment control, stormwater management or forest resource related projects (or any combination thereof) - OR - Minimum 4 years of work experience in land grading and/or geotechnical testing fields
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, tools, and methods related to the job responsibilities
• Knowledge of civil engineering practices, mathematics, stages of construction and testing procedures
• Considerable knowledge of MD 378 Dam Safety Specifications
• Ability to read and interpret reports, plans, cut-sheets and specifications
• Ability to write daily reports, complete site inspection forms, and take field notes
• Ability to exercise sound technical judgment in the performance of assigned duties
• Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, database, and email software (e.g. Microsoft 365)
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors and the general public
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to compile, prepare and present clear, concise and accurate reports, forms letters, and records

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO:

• Related work experience at the local government level in stormwater
• Work experience in project management and time management
• Work experience in water quality sampling

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk, and drive; occasionally climb; and rarely stoop, lift up to 50 pounds, reach and perform repetitive motions
• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors and outdoors; occasionally walk on uneven ground and work near machinery; and rarely work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in dirty, dusty and noisy environments, work in confined spaces, work at heights, work below ground level, work near chemicals or fumes and is required to wear protective equipment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Available for varied working hours as needed and on-call emergency situations

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of qualifications and training
2. One or more interviews
3. A pre-employment physical examination and drug test

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to [e-mail]