Stormwater Compliance Inspector

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking a qualified candidate for a Safety/Stormwater Inspector role focused on compliance with state and local stormwater regulations, BMP installations, and MS4 permit requirements. The position requires interpreting construction plans, performing field inspections, and coordinating with engineers and developers.

The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, ongoing training (minimum 16 hours per year), and a strong emphasis on public and interdepartmental

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and four years of related construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• NPDES certification as a Stormwater Inspector within six months of employment. Maintenance of certification required.
• Effectively communicate with others orally and in writing.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, area, circumference, and slope.
• Proficient in the use of a computer and related inspection software programs; operate standard office equipment.
• Physical ability to regularly talk and hear, stand and walk, lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Exposure to weather, traffic hazards, heavy construction equipment, uneven terrain; occasional confined spaces; noise is usually loud.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of and explain and enforce City construction standards, specs, and requirements.
• Verify construction activities are in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Attend preconstruction, site, and final inspection meetings.
• Review development plans for erosion control compliance.
• Inspect public and private construction projects for BMP and MS4 compliance.
• Perform dry weather screening and document findings.
• Review material submittals and inspect materials on site for compliance.
• Maintain communication with developers, contractors, and consulting engineers; resolve minor problems.
• Investigate complaints concerning defective construction, BMP installations, illicit discharges and water pollution; aid in enforcement.
• Identify and document deficiencies; refer serious problems to supervisor.
• Respond to questions from the public and other departments; maintain files.
• Investigate stakeholders’ concerns and communicate with courtesy.
• Measure and calculate quantities of work for payment.
• Assist engineers and staff to gather accurate field data.
• Compile monthly stormwater compliance reports and other documentation.
• Attend at least sixteen hours of City-provided training each year.

Skills

Read plans & specs

Oral & written communication

Mathematical calculations

Computer & inspection software

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking a qualified candidate for a Safety/Stormwater Inspector role focused on compliance with state and local stormwater regulations, BMP installations, and MS4 permit requirements. The position requires interpreting construction plans, performing field inspections, and coordinating with engineers and developers.

The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, ongoing training (minimum 16 hours per year), and a strong emphasis on public and interdepartmental