Inspector

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Flood Control District is seeking an Inspector for its Floodplain Permitting division. The Inspector conducts inspections to ensure compliance with Floodplain Regulations and approved construction plans, investigates citizen complaints, and responds to floodplain questions from property owners, engineers, and permittees. The role also regulates sand and gravel mining operations through semi-annual inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans of development and phasing plans.

The work takes place in office and field environments. The position involves inspecting mining and construction activities, managing compliance cases, responding to drainage and floodplain inquiries, and providing initial assessments in areas affected by flooding. The role may involve exposure to varied weather, noise, chemicals, dust, fumes, and other field conditions, as well as occasional and frequent lifting.

Requirements

• Two years of experience as an inspector or two years of experience in an engineering or construction field, including surveying, drainage inspecting, hydrology, plan reviewing or examination, and interpretation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
• Must currently possess, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with FEMA Standards or the Floodplain Regulations for Maricopa County.
• MSHA Mine Safety class and certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and identify violations and compliance issues, providing guidance to property owners as needed.
• Ensure through field inspections that sand and gravel mining and new construction activities comply with approved plans and Floodplain Use Permit stipulations.
• Manage compliance cases through the administrative process, maintaining files and tracking key due dates.
• Respond to inquiries about Floodplain Regulations, drainage, plan review requirements, and floodplain management, and facilitate solutions when needed.
• Respond to areas affected by flooding to provide initial site assessments, gather constituent information, and investigate citizen calls for service related to the event or floodplain management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Work-life balance options, including 9/80 or 4/10 schedules and flexible core business hours.
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County.
• Low-cost healthcare for the employee and qualifying dependents.
• Child care benefits, including access to Maricopa County Kids Club.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Wellness program with an incentive.
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, with an 11.98% per-paycheck contribution rate and a 100% employer match on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED