Senior Stormwater Utility Compliance Inspector

City of Irving•City of Irving, TX

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for implementing, developing, reporting on, and continually improving the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Program in support of stormwater and floodplain management activities within the Capital Improvement Program and Municipal Drainage Utility. The role also conducts construction-site and stormwater-facility inspections, reviews Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, monitors construction activities, and enforces regulatory requirements. It leads the development and administration of the post-construction inspection program and oversees compliance activities associated with the FEMA CRS. Additional duties include stormwater sampling, monitoring and investigations; drone operations for aerial inspections, mapping and site assessments; providing technical guidance to inspection staff; responding to stormwater emergencies and citizen concerns; and preparing inspection reports, notices of violation, and other compliance documentation. The position also assists with floodplain management and supports the City’s stormwater management programs. The City of Irving’s Capital Improvement Program supports community quality of life through construction of facilities and infrastructure, including parks, trails, aquatic centers, libraries, streets, sidewalks, water and wastewater systems, drainage, and fire stations. The City describes its organizational culture as inclusive, welcoming, respectful, and focused on equitable access, understanding, safety, trust, and belonging.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental science, watershed sciences, natural resources, construction management, or a related field.
Three years of environmental or public works construction project experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Must obtain HAZWOPER, Railroad Safety, and OSHA 30-Hour Construction certifications within one year of hire.
Must obtain Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater (QCIS) or similar certification within six months of hire.
Résumé must be submitted with the application.

Nice To Haves

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification.
Certified Floodplain Manager certification.

Responsibilities

Implement, develop, report on, and continually improve the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Program.
Conduct inspections of construction sites and stormwater facilities for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
Monitor construction activities and enforce regulatory requirements.
Lead the development and administration of the post-construction inspection program.
Oversee compliance activities associated with the FEMA Community Rating System.
Conduct stormwater sampling, monitoring, and investigations.
Operate drones for aerial inspections, mapping, and site assessments.
Provide technical guidance and direction to inspection staff.
Respond to stormwater emergencies and citizen concerns.
Prepare inspection reports, notices of violation, and other compliance documentation.
Assist with floodplain management activities and support the City’s stormwater management programs.