Environmental Inspector I / II

Douglas County, CO; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County is seeking an Environmental Inspector I/II to perform daily quality assurance inspections on construction sites, ensuring compliance with the GESC Manual and related permit requirements.

The role requires a civil engineering/related degree and may include MS4 education/outreach responsibilities, with competitive pay and a strong benefits package. Castle Rock, CO-based position in the Department of Public Works.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, environmental science, or related field is required.
• Erosion control and OSHA certifications are highly desirable and expected to be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts site inspections on moderately complex construction projects to ensure conformance to standards.
• Provides quality assurance for storm drainage and erosion/sediment control criteria.
• Collaborate with permittees to prevent pollution events and attain voluntary compliance when possible.
• Ensures public safety around construction sites.
• Attends preconstruction and erosion control kickoff meetings with contractors and developers.
• Assists Engineering Staff in review of development proposals.
• Performs walkthrough acceptance inspections and creates detailed reports.

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Environmental Science

Job description

Environmental Inspector I / II

Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular

Pay Range: $55,364.00 - 93,138.00

Location: Castle Rock, CO

Overtime Exempt: N

Elected Office / Department: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

This is technical engineering work in the Department of Public Works Engineering. Work primarily involves conducting daily quality assurance inspections on commercial and residential construction sites for compliance with the Douglas County Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC) Manual. Successful employee will assume additional responsibilities under the County’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements to include Education & Outreach, Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination, Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping, and Post-Construction Runoff Control.

Classification (level) and compensation is based on qualifications and experience as it relates to the position.
Environmental Inspector I: Generally, the hiring range is $55,364 to $69,205 annually.
Environmental Inspector II: Generally, the hiring range is $62,092 to $77,615 annually.

Yourfuture is important to us.

Douglas County offers a comprehensive benefits package — including medical,dental, vision, and retirement plans — plus a wide range of additional resources to support your health, growth, and overall well-being. View the full Employee Benefits Guide

Environmental Inspector I: View the full job description here

Environmental Inspector II: View the full job description here

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

• Conducts site inspections on moderately complex construction projects to ensure conformance to standards.
• Provides quality assurance for storm drainage and erosion/sediment control criteria related to residential/commercial development, and repair or restoration of public facilities.
• Collaborate proactively with permittees to prevent pollution events and minimize overall impacts of development. Utilize compliance assistance activities to attain voluntary compliance in lieu of formal enforcement when possible and appropriate.
• Ensures public safety and convenience around construction sites.
• Attends preconstruction and erosion control kickoff meetings; meets with contractors, developers, and utility companies concerning current and future projects.
• Assists Engineering Staff in review of development proposals.
• Performs walkthrough acceptance inspections on complex projects, creates detailed reports, and performs follow-up inspections.
• Maintains accurate inspection records and daily field reports.
• Initiates enforcement actions on non-compliant sites.
• Responds to public inquiries and complaints concerning storm drainage and erosion control.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATIONand/or EXPERIENCE

Environmental Inspector I:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-yearcollege or university in civil engineering, construction management,environmental science, or related field is required.
• One year of related and increasingly responsibleexperience is desired.
• Erosion control and OSHA certifications arehighly desirable and expected to be obtained within the first year ofemployment.
• Combination of education and experience may beconsidered (One year of progressive related experience may replace oneyear of college.)

Environmental Inspector II:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-yearcollege or university in civil engineering, construction management,environmental science, or related field is required.
• Two years of related and increasingly responsibleexperience is required.
• Erosion control and OSHA certifications arehighly desirable and expected to be obtained within the first year ofemployment.
• Combination of education and experience may beconsidered (Two years of progressive related experience may replace oneyear of college.)

CERTIFICATES,LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License class R upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Closing Date: 9/18/2026 4:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

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In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.