Environmental Inspector - Stormwater

Frederick County Government•30 North Market Street - Frederick, MD

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This skilled technical position is responsible for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, (NPDES), Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), and NPDES Industrial General Permit compliance inspection and enforcement on publicly and privately owned sites within Frederick County and under the authority of the Division of Energy and Environment (DEE). Supervision is received from the Stormwater Department Head within that Division. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 year of work experience in environmental inspection or a related regulatory compliance field
Possession of valid drivers license
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Knowledge of the current Maryland Standards and Specifications for Sediment Control
Intermediate knowledge of MD 378 Dam Safety Specifications
Knowledge of the Maryland State Forest Conservation Manual
Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, tools, and methods related to the above
Knowledge of civil engineering practices, mathematics, stages of construction and testing procedures
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, cut-sheets and specifications
Ability to exercise sound technical judgment in the performance of assigned duties
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
Ability to write daily inspection reports, field notes, and complete site documentation
Ability to effectively utilize modern software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and email systems
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors and the general public
Strong and effective spoken/written (English) communication skills including the ability to write and maintain clear, concise records
Available for varied working hours as needed and on-call emergency situations
Ability to obtain, and maintain certification refreshers

Nice To Haves

Related work experience at the local government level in stormwater
Work experience in project management and time management
Work experience in water quality sampling

Responsibilities

Conduct on-site inspections and enforcement of: Triennial inspections of County-owned stream restoration projects, grass, green infrastructure, and other “alternative practices” as defined by the Maryland Department of Environment in the “Maryland Stormwater Design Manual” and “Accounting for Stormwater Waste load Allocations and Impervious Acres Treated” guidance
Frederick County’s reforestation programs, Creek ReLeaf, triennial inspection and private easement enforcement
DEE funded Stormwater Best Management Practices installation and long-term maintenance
Provide inspection assistance to the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Good Housekeeping Plan, including use of Hach test kits
Read and review stream, wetland, reforestation, and other BMP restoration plans
Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports on each assigned project and/or other incident response
Use electronic field tools like ArcGIS Survey123 , ArcGIS collector, and Cartegraph; recommend updates and modifications as requirements evolve
Issue Violation Notices, Civil and/or Criminal Citations as necessary to gain plan/code compliance
Respond to citizen complaints or inquiries into Environmental issues within DEE jurisdiction
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible)
Additional compensation to include steel/composite toe safety boots and a winter coat
Up to $1,000 in job-related training
Partial teleworking schedule may be available
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options
Generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan)
Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Legal Resources
Supplemental Life Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan