Soil Erosion Inspector

Forsyth County•Cumming, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to inspect construction sites and enforce codes/ordinances governing soil erosion and sedimentation control. This role involves interpreting and applying county codes, reviewing construction plans, conducting site inspections, identifying and reporting violations, providing technical assistance, and maintaining records. The inspector will also respond to public complaints and may participate in court proceedings. Additionally, the role requires operating a motor vehicle and performing general clerical tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
GSWCC Level 1A Certification or higher
College level course work or vocational training in soil erosion and sedimentation control
Three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving soil erosion and sedimentation control, construction site inspection, and construction plan interpretation
Valid Georgia driver’s license
Must acquire and maintain a GSWCC Level 1B Certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with County soil erosion and sedimentation control codes/ordinances, approved construction plans/permits, and other applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.
Researches code-related issues as needed and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Reads and interprets building/site plans, land development plans, blueprints, permits, or related documents.
Reviews approved plans prior to inspections.
Conducts pre-construction meetings with builders/developers, reviews all phases of construction plans, and explains requirements for installation/maintenance of erosion control measures.
Conducts inspections of residential/commercial building sites for compliance with applicable codes, established specifications, and County-approved construction plans.
Inspects pipe installation to ensure proper size and fall according to codes.
Inspects installation of silt fences.
Monitors water turbidity and silt levels.
Inspects stream buffers for exact compliance.
Inspects detention ponds.
Ensures that all erosion control measures are in place and properly maintained.
Checks for potential infringement upon County right-of-ways.
Takes photographs of erosion problems.
Identifies code deficiencies, hazardous conditions, improper uses, or other situations involving non-compliance.
Recommends corrective actions.
Reports violations to appropriate personnel.
Conducts follow-up inspections.
Issues warning notices, stop work orders, or citations for non-compliance as appropriate.
Participates in court proceedings as needed.
Provides information and technical assistance concerning code/ordinance interpretation, compliance, permitted uses, and related issues.
Discusses problem areas with property owners, developers, and contractors.
Recommends solutions to problems.
Mediates disputes and resolves conflicts between citizens, builders, and developers.
Researches problems and responds to questions/complaints.
Responds to complaints from the public regarding erosion control, storm water runoff, or related problems.
Collects information and researches complaints.
Determines validity of alleged violations and initiates appropriate actions.
Maintains records of response to complaints.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, field reports, inspection reports, technical study reports, warning notices, stop work orders, citations, vehicle maintenance records, or other documents.
Reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains various documentation including forms, reports, correspondence, construction/site plans, permits, blueprints, diagrams, technical study reports, laboratory reports, test results, work procedures, codes, ordinances, regulations, specifications, policies, procedures, maps, and manuals.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections.
Utilizes word processing, database, e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs.
Provides information on County website.
Loads digital photographs for publication in website.
Maintains records of inspections, field reports, issued citations, and other work activities.
Makes photographic or video records of inspection sites.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, property owners, builders, developers, complainants, court personnel, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, or other guidelines.
Maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession.
Reads professional literature.
Attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Operates and maintains a motor vehicle to conduct work activities.
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, sending/receiving faxes, making copies, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.