Stormwater Inspector

City of Denison; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Denison is seeking a Stormwater Compliance Specialist to assist with inspections, program compliance and enforcement of federal, state, and local guidelines. The role includes data management, public education, and reporting on findings.

Responsibilities include notifying operators, conducting inspections, researching regulations, and maintaining thorough documentation. A driver’s license is required for field work and occasional out‑of‑town training may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma/GED
• Must have valid driver's license at time of placement and a driving record sufficient for coverage by City's auto liability carrier

Responsibilities

• Notify Construction Site Operators of stormwater permitting, sediment and erosion control requirements.
• Notify Industrial Users of stormwater permitting and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan requirements.
• Implement the City of Denison Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System management plan.
• Provide coaching and guidance and conduct enforcement as needed.
• Conduct stormwater inspections and assist with sampling.
• Research permit, ordinance, state and federal regulations pertaining to stormwater control activities.
• Provide exceptional customer service and work with internal departments and external customers.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, letters, and maintain files and records.
• Perform other duties as assigned or on special projects.

Skills

Windows & Office

Data collection & analysis

Regulatory knowledge (EPA & TCEQ)

Verbal & written communication

Public interaction / customer service

Independent decision making

Field sampling equipment use

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position performs duties related to compliance with the terms of City's Municipal Stormwater Permit, Industrial Stormwater Permit and New Construction Sites within the City. This position is responsible for assisting with inspections, program compliance and enforcement of local, state and federal guidelines. This position will also be responsible for assisting with public education, data management including trending and graphing and will perform other work as required.

The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competence and satisfactory performance of these duties. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Responsible for notifying Construction Site Operators of stormwater permitting, sediment and erosion control requirements.
2. Responsible for notifying Industrial Users of stormwater permitting and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan requirements.
3. Responsible for implementing the City of Denison Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System management plan.
4. Expected to provide coaching and guidance to the extent applicable and conduct enforcement as needed.
5. Responsible for conducting stormwater inspections and assisting with sampling.
6. Researches permit, ordinance, state and federal regulations pertaining to stormwater control activities and stay abreast of current and accepted best management practices and control measures.
7. Provides exceptional customer service, displays commitment, accountability, and integrity. Emphasizes teamwork and diversity with internal departments and external customers.
8. Prepares detailed and factual reports on conditions discovered during inspections, prepares inspection finding letters and manages files updates, documentation and records.
9. Performs other duties as assigned and may be assigned to special projects and tasks.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Good knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, the Internet, smart phone/tablet applications and other computer applications
2. Good clerical and office equipment operations
3. Knowledge of environmental impacts and personal protective equipment
4. Knowledge of regulatory and technical aspects of EPA and TCEQ
5. Ability to clearly and professionally communicate verbally and written.
6. Ability to work independently and provide decision making support based on existing ordinances, law and regulations.
7. Ability to handle or initiate contact with public or other entities which may involve conflict and considerable tact or judgment to resolve problems.
8. Ability to follow oral and written directives; work well under pressure and stress; meet deadlines; deal effectively and efficiently, in a pleasant manner, with contractors, industrial users and the public.
9. Ability to collect field samples and data using technical sampling and monitoring equipment.
10. Ability to conduct detailed data analysis and prepare required reports and other correspondence using computer database, spreadsheets and word processing software applications.
11. Ability to understand and learn existing City ordinances, maps, laws and regulations pertaining to the environment.
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, regulators, industrial and commercial users, the public and other departmental employees.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have high school diploma/GED
• Must have valid driver's license at time of placement and a driving record sufficient for coverage by City's auto liability carrier

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer two (2) years of experience in Pretreatment, Stormwater, Construction or Environmental and Health Programs or any combination of education and experience leading to the described level of knowledge and skill

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor or Employee Services.

• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, working indoors, outdoors, on unlevel, slippery, sloping, unstable and muddy terrain.
• Ability to withstand occasionally carrying and lifting objects ranging from 25-60 pounds.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions to inclement weather and hazardous conditions including mechanical, electrical, dust and exposure to insects.
• Ability to attend occasional out of town training and must be flexible with work schedule.