Environmental Inspector I / II

This is technical engineering work in the Department of Public Works Engineering. Work primarily involves conducting daily quality assurance inspections on commercial and residential construction sites for compliance with the Douglas County Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC) Manual. Successful employee will assume additional responsibilities under the County’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements to include Education Outreach, Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination, Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping, and Post-Construction Runoff Control. Classification (level) and compensation is based on qualifications and experience as it relates to the position. Environmental Inspector I: Generally, the hiring range is $55,364 to $69,205 annually. Environmental Inspector II: Generally, the hiring range is $62,092 to $77,615 annually. Your future is important to us. Douglas County offers a comprehensive benefits package — including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans — plus a wide range of additional resources to support your health, growth, and overall well-being. View the full Employee Benefits Guide Environmental Inspector I: View the full job description here Environmental Inspector II: View the full job description here ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.) Conducts site inspections on moderately complex construction projects to ensure conformance to standards. Provides quality assurance for storm drainage and erosion/sediment control criteria related to residential/commercial development, and repair or restoration of public facilities. Collaborate proactively with permittees to prevent pollution events and minimize overall impacts of development. Utilize compliance assistance activities to attain voluntary compliance in lieu of formal enforcement when possible and appropriate. Ensures public safety and convenience around construction sites. Attends preconstruction and erosion control kickoff meetings; meets with contractors, developers, and utility companies concerning current and future projects. Assists Engineering Staff in review of development proposals. Performs walkthrough acceptance inspections on complex projects, creates detailed reports, and performs follow-up inspections. Maintains accurate inspection records and daily field reports. Initiates enforcement actions on non-compliant sites. Responds to public inquiries and complaints concerning storm drainage and erosion control. Performs other duties as assigned.