Environmental Inspection Specialist Senior

City of Austin•Austin, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision and using advanced knowledge, this position performs inspections and investigations of permitted land developments, construction sites, and businesses to ensure compliance with environmental/engineering codes, ordinances, and regulations. The City of Austin Development Services Department (DSD) is seeking an Environmental Inspection Specialist Sr. for the Environmental Inspections Division. This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.

Requirements

Graduation with an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field.
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years.
Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to train others.

Nice To Haves

Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI), or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC), or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), or the ability to obtain certification within 24 months of hire.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist, or the ability to obtain certification within 24 months of hire.
Knowledge of and experience inspecting temporary Best Management Practices (BMPs) at construction sites.
Ability to travel between multiple work locations.

Responsibilities

Inspects permitted land developments and construction sites for compliance with City environmental protection regulations.
Performs site investigations and evaluate best management practices for erosion/sedimentation control and tree preservation and for compliance with landscape and tree ordinances.
Performs final inspections of drainage facilities and other site improvements.
Investigates and processes applications for ROW vacations, easement releases, and license agreements.
Performs site investigations to evaluate need for additional staff support (i.e. involvement of biologists and geologists).
Identifies locations of environmentally sensitive resources.
Provides technical assistance and education to citizens, community/special interest groups, developers, etc. on environmental/engineering code requirements, ordinances, and regulations.
Provides testimony and affidavits for enforcement cases.
Issues directives and initiates enforcement actions for non-compliance with environmental and drainage regulations.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.