Environmental Enforcement Officer (4 Openings)

City of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Choose901 is seeking a field-based Environmental Enforcement Officer in Memphis to conduct investigations into illegal waste dumping and littering under city ordinances. You will collect evidence, interview witnesses, and work under the supervision of a manager to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities include daily site inspections, drafting clear reports, issuing citations, and collaborating with other officers. Travel throughout the city is required, with some evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent and eight years’ experience in law enforcement or codes inspection.
• College degree or coursework credit strongly preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Investigate illegal waste dumping and littering under City Ordinances.
• Draft reports clearly and technically, following guidelines.
• Issue littering citations when observed.
• Inspect storm water and sewage areas for compliance.
• Maintain daily records and prepare monthly/annual reports.
• Photograph sites for documentation and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Verbal and written communication

Driver\'s license

Code inspection experience

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

College degree or coursework credit preferred

Job description

Job Description

Salary Range: $56,282.98 – $56,282.98

Works under the general supervision of assigned manager to provide investigative, technical, and enforcement services of environmental matters, such as solid waste, storm water, and sewage in accordance with City Ordinances and regulations. Travels throughout the City to investigate illegal waste dumping activities as requested and gathers evidence through covert camera operations. Drafts reports in a clear, concise, and technically correct manner following the established guidelines. Issues littering citations to observed motorists and commercial vehicles when necessary. Inspects storm water and sewage areas for pollution and improper disposal of waste to ensure permits are in compliance with City Ordinances. Conducts daily inspections of illegal dumping areas and hot spots, as well as other City properties. Collaborates with other officers to resolve and investigate littering and illegal dumping concerns. Responds to illegal dumping complaints and photographs illegally disposed materials as necessary for documentation purposes. Inspects previously reported illegal dumping sites habitually for compliance. Maintains daily records of properties and areas inspected as required. Creates and prepares daily and monthly reports by utilizing various computer applications. Suggests changes for improvement of illegal dumping procedures to assigned manager. Provides assistance to fellow staff and external stakeholders when inquiring about dumping or littering regulations. Monitors completion of dumping/littering investigation assignments. Keeps abreast on laws, ordinances, and City rules and regulations. Responds to all questions/inquiries concerning the enforcement of litter and ordinances as requested.

Responsibilities

OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing with all levels of management, Divisions, staff, city officials, and the public. Requires the ability to use a computer, telephone, and other City issued equipment. Must be able to operate an automobile to drive to related inquiries regarding illegally disposed material and inspections.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of the work is performed in the field with some office work required. Requires frequent travel to various sites for inspection and investigation. May require working extended hours, including some evenings and weekends, including working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent and eight (8) years’ experience working with law enforcement, codes inspection; or the equivalent combination of education and experience which enables one to perform the essential job functions. College Degree or coursework credit strongly preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment.

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.