Environmental Compliance Inspector II

Goochland County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Goochland County is seeking an Inspector to conduct inspections of commercial and residential development for compliance with approved plans and environmental regulations. The role includes site inspections, reports, and enforcement actions to ensure erosion and stormwater standards are met.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant certifications, with Virginia driver’s license and ongoing certification maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of environmental or construction inspections experience or equivalent.
• VA DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector and DEQ Stormwater Inspector certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform erosion, sediment, stormwater, and pollution inspections for applicable construction projects.
• Interpret plans and drawings for compliance with approved site plans.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings for commercial and large-scale residential projects.
• Inspect sites for compliance with Virginia Erosion & Stormwater Management Regulations.
• Issue inspection reports with corrective actions and timelines.
• Enforce non-compliance through notices and stop-work orders as needed.
• Collaborate with contractors and owners to resolve site issues and document changes.
• Assess impacts on wetlands, streams, buffers, and neighboring properties.

Skills

Environmental regulations literacy

Technical reading of plans

Communication skills

Field inspection skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences or related field

Virginia DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector Certification

Virginia DEQ Stormwater Inspector Certification

Valid Virginia Driver's License

Tools

Computers and standard software

Job description

Goochland County is seeking an Inspector to conduct inspections of commercial and residential development for compliance with approved plans and environmental regulations. The role includes site inspections, reports, and enforcement actions to ensure erosion and stormwater standards are met.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant certifications, with Virginia driver’s license and ongoing certification maintenance.