Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing difficult, technical inspection work and intermediate administrative work to determine compliance status of Rockville businesses and residents with environmental requirements related to installation and maintenance of temporary and permanent sediment and erosion control measures on construction sites. As well as performing other environmental inspections and providing suggested remedies for nuisance-level drainage issues. The inspector receives general supervisory direction and review from the Stormwater Manager and the Chief of Environmental Management Division (EMD). The work directly impacts sediment and erosion control at construction sites and requires coordination and collaboration with other members of EMD as well as representatives of other interested City departments and divisions.

Essential Job Functions

Conducts site visits (both scheduled and random) to observe and collect data sufficient to determine compliance with applicable sediment and erosion control permits and plans, city and state requirements, and regulations.Conducts preconstruction meetings with property owners, contractors, and/or developers to provide education on appropriate Best management Practices (BMPs) and City inspection compliance protocols, determine identity of property owner or facility operator, and determine prioritization criteria for conducting site visits.Prepares for and conducts preconstruction meetings and performs random and scheduled site-visits to inspect construction sites for compliance with applicable City, State, and federal sediment and erosion control regulations, requirements, permits, and site development plans.Creates detailed technical reports of findings and conclusions that involve the interpretation of regulations and requirements.Researches existing files, permit applications, site development plans, technical reports, initial sediment and erosion control plans, stormwater management development plans, and any other available information related to properties being inspected.While on-site, collects photographic evidence of physical features and takes notes describing the activity and property/facility and updates information on subsequent visits.Assesses, evaluates, and identifies regulatory non-compliance and/or deficiencies with local, State, and/or federal sediment and erosion control, water pollution, stormwater management requirements, and/or regulations.Develops technical recommendations in conjunction with the Engineering Division review staff to implement appropriate grading, stabilization, phasing, seeding, and other sediment and erosion control compliance measures, including potential recommendations that go beyond compliance and address the property's overall sustainability.Coordinates with the property owner or designated representative to develop a compliance agreement, including technical solutions and timeframes.Supports formal enforcement action to return the site to compliance in a timely manner.Periodically re-visits sites to verify that corrective action has been taken, to track progress towards compliance, and/or to ensure the facility remains in compliance.Works with Rockville Police Department, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, and the Maryland State Department of Environment to gather evidence supporting prosecution of persons and/or to investigate noncompliance matters of mutual interest.Participates in regional sediment and erosion control assessment initiatives.Assesses severity of drainage issues, documents issues, and develops suggested solutions for nuisance-level drainage complaints. Solutions include implementation of Low Impact Development-type stormwater management facilities and suggestions for more effective water conveyance.Supports Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination investigation/pollution complaint investigation efforts.Supports spill identification and containment efforts. Prepares and submits required activity reports, including reporting of the City's compliance with State and federal permits issued by the Maryland Department of the Environment.Represents the City at conferences and regional meetings.Attends administrative meetings, training, and strategic retreats.Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
 Bachelor's degree with major coursework in environmental studies or closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible work in stormwater management, water pollution control, compliance assessment, environmental sciences, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
 Special Qualifications:
 A Maryland Department of the Environment Sediment and Erosion Control  Training Course Certification by the Maryland Department of the Environment is required within 6 months of employment. Must possess a State of Maryland driver's license as issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of local, State, and federal construction and post construction pollution prevention and sediment control, regulations, permits, policies, and requirements.Knowledge of City and State sediment control and stormwater structural and nonstructural controls.Knowledge of site-visit protocols, checklists, data collection practices, and documentation requirements appropriate to conducting environmental compliance investigations.Knowledge of regulatory operations such as permitting, inspections, and enforcement.Working knowledge of project planning, management, and implementation.Working knowledge of Low Impact Development-type stormwater management facilities.Skill in written and verbal communication, including public speaking and technical report writing and editing abilities.Ability to work collaboratively with others.Ability to work independently.