Construction Inspector II - Environmental

City of Chesapeake Portal; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional range of benefits

Job summary

A municipal government agency in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking a Construction Inspector to coordinate Erosion and Sediment Control inspections. This role involves working with contractors and city staff to enforce environmental standards and improve stormwater management. Candidates should possess an Associate’s degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers a structured work schedule and a broad range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Valid driver’s license compliant with City driving standards.
• Certification as a Dual Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections for Erosion and Sediment Control and SWPPP.
• Coordinate with contractors and city staff for compliance enforcement.
• Investigate citizen complaints about violations.
• Prepare reports and maintain inspection records.

Skills

Erosion and Sediment Control inspections

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan inspections

Strong communication skills

Relationship development

Education

Associate’s degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

If you are self-driven and interested in providing environmental compliance support for the City’s Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinances (MS4), then consider joining the Public Works Environmental Quality Services team as a Construction Inspector! The Erosion and Stormwater Construction Inspector II Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for coordinating with contractors, developers and builders to conduct routine Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections for properties under construction.
• Must have the ability to develop positive working relationships with staff from Public Works, Development and Permits, and the VA Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to coordinate Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance and Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program enforcement.
• Coordinates with City staff from Public Works and Development and Permits to accomplish goals, communicate information, and coordinate interdepartmental Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance enforcement.
• Investigates citizen complaints into Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Violations.
• Prepares correspondence and maintains database reports and records such as erosion and sediment control routine inspection forms and SWPPP inspections records.
• Reviews erosion and sediment control and stormwater management construction design plans and sequence of construction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

Vocational / Educational Requirement

Requires Associate’s degree, vocational technical degree, or any equivalent combination of education and experience in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a closely related field.

Experience Requirement

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards; certification as a Dual Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector within six months of completing the DEQ courses.

Special Requirements

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Alpha-Essential. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.