Erosion Control Coordinator

City of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Charlotte is hiring an Erosion Control Coordinator to protect waterways while supporting growth. The role blends field inspections with office oversight, guiding designers, developers, and City staff on erosion and sedimentation control requirements and stormwater regulations.

The position offers a mix of fieldwork and regulatory duties, opportunities for professional certification, and a path to contribute to Charlotte’s dynamic growth and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental science, erosion and sedimentation control, and stormwater management principles.
• Ability to use electronic permitting, inspection, and records management software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect active construction sites for compliance with erosion and sedimentation controls and permits.
• Provide technical guidance on stormwater regulations to designers, contractors, and City staff.
• Review and approve construction site stormwater pollution prevention plans for compliance.
• Document inspections and records using permitting and inspection software (Accela).
• Interpret ordinance requirements and apply them to various construction site conditions.
• Inspect permanent stormwater control measures for compliance with standards.
• Investigate complaints and prepare regulatory correspondence for enforcement actions.
• Support public outreach and training on erosion control best practices and compliance.

Skills

Stormwater knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Public speaking

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Accela

Inspection software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Accela

Job description

Department: Storm Water Services Department

Salary: $28.30 - $40.67 Commensurate with Experience

Welcome to the City of Charlotte

Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Our Guiding Principles Include

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

Summary

Storm Water Services is seeking an Erosion Control Coordinator to help protect Charlotte’s waterways while supporting responsible growth in one of America’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas. The ideal candidate enjoys a combination of field and office work, solving technical problems, working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, exercising sound professional judgment, and balancing education with regulatory enforcement.

This position provides a unique opportunity to develop expertise in environmental compliance, construction practices, stormwater management, and land development while working on a wide variety of projects throughout Charlotte.

Salary

Salary: $31.83 - $35.36/hr. Commensurate with Experience

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect active construction sites to evaluate compliance with the City’s Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance and the State of North Carolina’s General Permit for construction site stormwater discharges (NCG01).
• Provide technical guidance to designers, consultants, contractors, developers, City staff, and the public regarding erosion and sedimentation control requirements and construction stormwater regulations.
• Review and approve construction site stormwater pollution prevention plans (erosion & sedimentation control plans) for compliance with applicable regulations and minimum design standards.
• Document inspections, plan reviews, enforcement activities, and project records using modern permitting and inspection technology, including Accela and mobile inspection software.
• Interpret and apply ordinance requirements to a variety of construction site conditions while exercising sound professional judgment.
• Inspect constructed permanent Stormwater Control Measures to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable standards.
• Investigate complaints from the public and other City departments and document findings.
• Schedule and conduct preconstruction meetings, document site visits, prepare regulatory correspondence, and assemble documentation supporting enforcement actions when necessary.
• Participate in public outreach, professional training, and educational events to promote erosion control best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate on projects, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen Charlotte Storm Water Services and enhance customer service.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of environmental science, erosion and sedimentation control practices, stormwater management principles, and land development permitting processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and utilize electronic permitting, inspection, and records management software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, including engineers, contractors, developers, City staff, and members of the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with individuals from a wide variety of professional, technical, and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and complete assignments independently while managing competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret regulations, standards, and ordinance requirements while exercising sound professional judgment and maintaining consistency.
• Ability to resolve problems through education, collaboration, and, when necessary, appropriate regulatory enforcement.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Commitment to public service and the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and impartiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge and experience with environmental science, stormwater management, engineering principles, land development permitting, and construction practices.
• Experience with erosion and sedimentation control inspections, plan review, or construction stormwater compliance.
• Public speaking experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an environmental field and one (1) or more years of related experience, or equivalent
• Ability to obtain accreditation as a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) within three years of hire date.
• Ability to obtain SCM Inspection Certification within one year of hire date.
• Inspect active construction sites to evaluate compliance with the City’s Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance and the State of North Carolina’s General Permit for construction site stormwater discharges (NCG01).
• Provide technical guidance to designers, consultants, contractors, developers, City staff, and the public regarding erosion and sedimentation control requirements and construction stormwater regulations.
• Review and approve construction site stormwater pollution prevention plans (erosion & sedimentation control plans) for compliance with applicable regulations and minimum design standards.
• Document inspections, plan reviews, enforcement activities, and project records using modern permitting and inspection technology, including Accela and mobile inspection software.
• Interpret and apply ordinance requirements to a variety of construction site conditions while exercising sound professional judgment.
• Inspect constructed permanent Stormwater Control Measures to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable standards.
• Investigate complaints from the public and other City departments and document findings.
• Schedule and conduct preconstruction meetings, document site visits, prepare regulatory correspondence, and assemble documentation supporting enforcement actions when necessary.
• Participate in public outreach, professional training, and educational events to promote erosion control best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate on projects, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen Charlotte Storm Water Services and enhance customer service.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, and behavior.

Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

BENEEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.