Soil Erosion Inspector

Forsyth County; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County in Georgia is seeking an inspector to enforce erosion and sedimentation control codes on construction sites. The role interprets plans, reviews permits, conducts pre-construction meetings, and inspects sites for compliance with approved plans and county standards.

A High School diploma or GED, GSWCC Level 1A (and 1B within 6 months), and three years of related experience are required, plus a Georgia driver''s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required plus relevant certifications.
• GSWCC Level 1A certification or higher preferred.
• Three years of experience in soil erosion and sedimentation control or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and permits.
• Valid Georgia driver''s license; must obtain Level 1B within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and ensures compliance with county erosion and sedimentation control codes, approved plans and permits; researches issues; initiates actions to correct violations.
• Reads and interprets building/site plans, blueprints, permits or related documents; reviews plans prior to inspections.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with builders/developers; reviews phases of construction plans; explains erosion control requirements.
• Inspects residential/commercial sites for compliance; checks silt fences, detention ponds, stream buffers; monitors turbidity and sediment levels.
• Identifies deficiencies, hazards, or non-compliance; recommends corrective actions; issues warnings or citations; participates in court proceedings as needed.
• Provides information on code interpretation and compliance to property owners, developers, and contractors; mediates disputes and resolves conflicts.
• Responds to complaints about erosion control and stormwater; maintains records of responses and actions.
• Prepares various forms, reports, inspections, and field documents; enters data via computer systems.

Skills

GSWCC Level 1A Certification

GSWCC Level 1B Certification

Soil erosion & sedimentation control

Construction site inspection

Construction plan interpretation

Georgia driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in soil erosion and sedimentation control

GSWCC Level 1A Certification

GSWCC Level 1B Certification

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction sites and enforce codes/ordinances governing soil erosion and sedimentation control.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with County soil erosion and sedimentation control codes/ordinances, approved construction plans/permits, and other applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; researches code-related issues as needed; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

Reads and interprets building/site plans, land development plans, blueprints, permits, or related documents; reviews approved plans prior to inspections.

Conducts pre‑construction meetings with builders/developers; reviews all phases of construction plans; explains requirements for installation/maintenance of erosion control measures.

Conducts inspections of residential/commercial building sites for compliance with applicable codes, established specifications, and County‑approved construction plans; inspects pipe installation to ensure proper size and fall according to codes; inspects installation of silt fences; monitors water turbidity and silt levels; inspects stream buffers for exact compliance; inspects detention ponds; ensures that all erosion control measures are in place and properly maintained; checks for potential infringement upon County right‑of‑ways; takes photographs of erosion problems.

Identifies code deficiencies, hazardous conditions, improper uses, or other situations involving non‑compliance; recommends corrective actions; reports violations to appropriate personnel; conducts follow‑up inspections; issues warning notices, stop work orders, or citations for non‑compliance as appropriate; participates in court proceedings as needed.

Provides information and technical assistance concerning code/ordinance interpretation, compliance, permitted uses, and related issues; discusses problem areas with property owners, developers, and contractors; recommends solutions to problems; mediates disputes and resolves conflicts between citizens, builders, and developers; researches problems and responds to questions/complaints.

Responds to complaints from the public regarding erosion control, stormwater runoff, or related problems; collects information and researches complaints; determines validity of alleged violations and initiates appropriate actions; maintains records of response to complaints.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, field reports, inspection reports, technical study reports, warning notices, stop work orders, citations, vehicle maintenance records, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, construction/site plans, permits, blueprints, diagrams, technical study reports, laboratory reports, test results, work procedures, codes, ordinances, regulations, specifications, policies, procedures, maps, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, e‑mail, Internet, or other computer programs; provides information on County website; loads digital photographs for publication in website.

Maintains records of inspections, field reports, issued citations, and other work activities; makes photographic or video records of inspection sites.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, property owners, builders, developers, complainants, court personnel, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, or other guidelines; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Operates and maintains a motor vehicle to conduct work activities.

This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position which is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol.

Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, sending/receiving faxes, making copies, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED; GSWCC Level 1A Certification or higher; supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in soil erosion and sedimentation control; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving soil erosion and sedimentation control, construction site inspection, and construction plan interpretation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license and must acquire and maintain a GSWCC Level 1B Certification within 6 months of hire.