Environmental Compliance Inspector

City of Seattle•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is looking for a motivated, detail-driven Environmental Compliance Inspector to join their team. This role is crucial for safeguarding Seattle’s communities and environment by protecting wastewater infrastructure, supporting sustainable practices, and educating local businesses and residents on environmental stewardship. The position involves assessing and enforcing compliance with the City’s Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program, investigating sewer-related issues, conducting outreach, and responding to environmental incidents.

Requirements

Two years of Civil Engineering experience.
An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology.
A combination of education/experience/training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.
Current Washington State driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of wastewater systems and environmental regulations.
Experience with regulatory compliance and enforcement procedures.
Proficiency with GIS and data analysis tools.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently in field settings.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, organizing, and interpreting GIS data, inspection results, and other program data sets to support program monitoring, metric tracking, and reporting.
Assist with the managing and maintenance of program databases, including routine data entry, data quality checks, and generating summary reports.
Provide basic technical troubleshooting for Microsoft Office, mobile inspection tools, and related software used by the program.
Conduct site visits/inspections of food service establishments to ensure compliance with city codes associated with the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program and educate facilities on these requirements and best management practices.
Prepare enforcement letters, assess penalties, and track corrective actions associated with non-compliant wastewater discharges.
Gather, generate, and maintain evidence and records in a manner suitable for legal actions and court cases.
Conduct education and outreach activities to businesses and residents to inform the public about topics pertaining to wastewater source control and pollution prevention.
Respond to and investigate reports of leaking or broken private side sewers, including site visits, speaking with homeowners, and conducting dye tests.
Investigate and analyze sewer line segments with a history of sanitary sewer overflows and/or frequent maintenance due to grease laden wastewater discharges.
Periodic on call shifts as 24/7 responder to spills and act as incident commander, mobilizing resources and directing and coordinating clean-up efforts involving DWW assets.