Stormwater Inspector I - Erosion & Compliance

County of Roanoke Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Stormwater Inspector to perform erosion and sediment control inspections on active construction sites and assist with enforcement of stormwater regulations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental sciences, or related fields, and a Virginia driver’s license. Certification by DEQ as an E&S and Stormwater Inspector within a year is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, water resources, environmental sciences, or related field.
• Preferred: civil engineering with emphasis in hydrology and hydraulics.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license; good driving record.
• Within one year: obtain DEQ-certified Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector.
• Within one year: obtain DEQ-certified Stormwater Management Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Inspect erosion and sediment control and stormwater sites for compliance with laws and permits.
• Prepare inspection reports and assist with enforcement actions.
• Conduct MS4 program inspections and post-construction BMP inspections.
• Communicate with contractors, developers, and property owners regarding regulations.
• Coordinate with DEQ to bring sites into compliance.
• Maintain records and report findings to management.

Skills

Reading plans

Report writing

Communication

Independence

Field inspections

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (civil eng, water resources, environmental sci)

Hydrology & hydraulics emphasis (preferred)

Tools

Cityworks

GIS

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Stormwater Inspector to perform erosion and sediment control inspections on active construction sites and assist with enforcement of stormwater regulations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental sciences, or related fields, and a Virginia driver’s license. Certification by DEQ as an E&S and Stormwater Inspector within a year is expected.