Storm Water Inspector II

The City of San Diego; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Diego is seeking a Storm Water Inspector II to independently perform journey-level inspections, enforcement of storm water regulations, and verification of BMPs for industrial and commercial facilities. The role includes investigations, outreach, and report writing to ensure compliance with city codes.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities and residences for proper BMP maintenance, educating stakeholders on pollution prevention, and utilizing data systems for records and

Qualifications

• Education: meet ONE of the options. A Master’s may substitute for one year of experience.
• Experience: two years of full-time professional experience in inspections or environmental regulatory work.
• Experience: two years of stormwater management, BMP design/inspection, or MS4/NP DES permit compliance.
• Experience: stormwater sampling in field or lab for pollutants.
• A valid driver license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform journey-level inspections and enforcement of storm water regulations.
• Inspect industrial/commercial facilities and residences for structural BMP maintenance.
• Perform investigations and mitigation of storm water pollutant sources.
• Educate business owners and citizens about pollution prevention and BMPs.
• Write technical reports and utilize databases for reporting.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or Water Resources

Bachelor's Degree with 16 semester/24 quarter units in construction management, geology, chemistry, physics, biology, or environmental science

Job description

JOB INFORMATION

See NOTES below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities.

Storm Water Inspector II positions independently perform journey-level inspections and enforcement of storm water regulations; inspect, evaluate, and enforce Best Management Practices (BMPs) for industrial and commercial businesses, and the City's Municipal Code; inspect industrial/commercial businesses and residences for proper maintenance of permanent Structural BMPs; perform investigations and mitigation of storm water pollutant sources; conduct outreach to educate business owners and citizens regarding pollution prevention, BMPs, and storm water regulations; perform enforcement actions; write technical reports; utilize databases and spreadsheets for report generation and data storage/retrieval; and perform other duties as assigned.

Notes:

• Employees in job classifications represented by Municipal Employees Association (MEA) are scheduled to receive the following general wage increases:
• 3.5% effective 7/1/27
• 2% effective 7/1/28
• 2% effective 1/1/29
• Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Storm Water Inspector II employees may be required to maneuver above, under, and around equipment during inspections; safely move across wet or uneven surfaces; ascend/descend ladders, stairs, and elevated catwalks; and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

EDUCATION: You must meet ONE of the following options:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or Water Resources.
• Bachelor's Degree in a closely related field, which MUST include the completion of at least 16 semester/24 quarter college-level units of both lecture and laboratory coursework in construction management, geology, chemistry, physics, biology, and/or environmental science for the purpose of demonstrating an understanding of fundamental physical, chemical, and biological processes, employing mathematics and computational tools as they relate to stormwater pollution prevention.

Note:

• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education lacking on a year-for-year basis. One year of full-time experience = 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units.

EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options:

• Two years of full‑time professional experience in industrial or commercial inspections applying federal or state storm water regulations at industrial/commercial facilities.
• Two years of full‑time professional chemical, environmental, construction engineering, or sanitary engineering experience, which MUST include the design, operation, and/or inspection of Structural Best Management Practices.
• Two years of full‑time professional storm water management experience for compliance with Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and compliance with the State of California General Permits (MS4, IGP, Construction); and/or specific NPDES Permits. Experience MUST include design, operation, inspection, and/or maintenance of storm water erosion and sediment control, using Best Management Practices.
• Two years of full‑time professional stormwater sampling in the field or laboratory experience in an industrial program which MUST include the sampling and analysis of toxic pollutants as it relates to compliance with federal, state, and local stormwater and/or wastewater regulations.
• Two years of full‑time professional environmental regulatory experience conducting site evaluations and determining compliance with environmental regulations, such as Municipal Codes and Permits, State General Permits, and other pertinent environmental regulations, which could include researching and developing alternative technologies and waste minimization strategies to reduce amounts of industrial/commercial waste.

Notes:

• A Master's Degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Water Resources, or a closely related field may be substituted for a MAXIMUM of one year of the required experience.
• City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered.

LICENSE:

A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.

NOTE Candidates will generally be required to provide proof of a valid driver license within approximately two weeks of receiving a conditional job offer.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• Civil engineering experience which includes checking plans and designing water and sewer facilities.