Stormwater Inspector
Apply NowCompany: City of Gaithersburg, MD
Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Description:
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Gaithersburg, MD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: FY2025-01005
Department: Public Works
Division: Environmental Services/SWM (3360)
Opening Date: 03/25/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
The in the has an immediate opening for a highly skilled and experienced professional to perform stormwater inspection activities and functions.
As a Stormwater Inspector, you will serve as a single point of contact for contractors, homeowners, private developers, management companies, City staff, and others requesting or coordinating inspection and/or maintenance work to be performed on stormwater management infrastructure. This work includes reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications, permits, and applications and field inspections during construction, post-construction, and close out phases of projects; ensuring compliance with environmental regulations such as the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits; and identifying hazards or deficiencies and recommending corrective action.
We are looking for an action-oriented individual who brings technical expertise and significant public works construction inspector or post-construction stormwater inspection experience in the public sector or in a private sector highly regulated environment. You must have the demonstrated ability to conduct technical inspections of completed construction work; coordinate multiple projects simultaneously; organize and communicate complex technical information; administer inspection and maintenance contracts to ensure regulatory compliance; assess situations, apply appropriate analysis, interpret applicable laws and regulations, and resolve each situation appropriately; and ensure that the City's stormwater management infrastructure is adequately maintained and functioning as designed.
40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; a core work schedule will be determined upon hire. Additional hours may be necessary to meet operational needs. Starting salary for this position is negotiable within the anticipated target hiring range ($76,000 to $86,000) and will be offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities, and excellent work/life balance.
Job Functions
What you will do with us:
Key responsibilities are highlighted above; please to view the complete classification description for the Stormwater Inspector position. The classification description indicates the full salary range established for this position to provide opportunity for growth and development (Grade 110 in the City's FY 2025 Schedule of Salary Ranges).
Qualifications
What you will need to be considered:
Additional Information
Interested applicants must submit the following to be considered:
Review of applications will begin immediately, so prompt application is highly encouraged. The position will remain open until filled; recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or all hiring decisions have been made.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which means an individual in this position is eligible for overtime compensation under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the City's personnel regulations. Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post-accident and random testing.
For more information about this position, contact Stormwater Program Administrator John Nenghabi at or 240.805.1357. Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at or 301.258.6327.
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months.
The City of Gaithersburg offers its full-time employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and professional lives. Employees are eligible on their first day of employment (unless otherwise specified). We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
HEALTH BENEFITS
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information ("see resume" is not acceptable) may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your application?
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Do you possess a valid driver's license to be able to travel to and from inspection sites?
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Do you currently possess any of these certifications? (Please check all that apply.)
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Location : Gaithersburg, MD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: FY2025-01005
Department: Public Works
Division: Environmental Services/SWM (3360)
Opening Date: 03/25/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
The in the has an immediate opening for a highly skilled and experienced professional to perform stormwater inspection activities and functions.
As a Stormwater Inspector, you will serve as a single point of contact for contractors, homeowners, private developers, management companies, City staff, and others requesting or coordinating inspection and/or maintenance work to be performed on stormwater management infrastructure. This work includes reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications, permits, and applications and field inspections during construction, post-construction, and close out phases of projects; ensuring compliance with environmental regulations such as the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits; and identifying hazards or deficiencies and recommending corrective action.
We are looking for an action-oriented individual who brings technical expertise and significant public works construction inspector or post-construction stormwater inspection experience in the public sector or in a private sector highly regulated environment. You must have the demonstrated ability to conduct technical inspections of completed construction work; coordinate multiple projects simultaneously; organize and communicate complex technical information; administer inspection and maintenance contracts to ensure regulatory compliance; assess situations, apply appropriate analysis, interpret applicable laws and regulations, and resolve each situation appropriately; and ensure that the City's stormwater management infrastructure is adequately maintained and functioning as designed.
40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; a core work schedule will be determined upon hire. Additional hours may be necessary to meet operational needs. Starting salary for this position is negotiable within the anticipated target hiring range ($76,000 to $86,000) and will be offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities, and excellent work/life balance.
Job Functions
What you will do with us:
- Manage asset data and review and inspect private/public stormwater management facilities for compliance.
- Conduct field inspections and assessments of stormwater management facilities, structures, and conveyances for proper maintenance and compliance.
- Monitor the progress of work performed by contractors and conduct site inspections to ensure high quality delivery of work within established contract.
- Inspect outfalls for dry weather discharges and respond to, record, and report notifications of illicit discharges.
- Implement and maintain Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) in compliance with state and federal regulations; conduct regular inspections to ensure adherence to guidelines and document corrective actions.
- Perform visual inspections of stormwater discharge points during measurable storm events; identify potential pollutants and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
- Coordinate administrative activities related to the stormwater inspection and maintenance program.
- Research existing documents related to properties being inspected.
- Conduct routine inspections of a facility's infrastructure, including stormwater systems, to identify maintenance needs or safety hazards; maintain detailed records of inspection findings and corrective actions.
- Serve as system administrator for the City's asset management software system as it relates to Environmental Services Division work and processes.
- Assist and support implementation of the City's Dam Safety Inspection program.
- Perform basic plans review to determine compliance with codes.
- Prepare for and conduct preconstruction meetings and perform random and scheduled site visits to inspect construction sites for compliance.
- Assist in public education and outreach programs.
- Support stormwater pollution prevention for City operations.
- Respond to inquiries from the public and other departments about stormwater management and other environmental programs and policies.
- Enforce ordinances controlling post-construction stormwater management, stormwater pollution, and illicit discharges to the public storm drain system.
- Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures for work performed on stormwater management infrastructure.
Key responsibilities are highlighted above; please to view the complete classification description for the Stormwater Inspector position. The classification description indicates the full salary range established for this position to provide opportunity for growth and development (Grade 110 in the City's FY 2025 Schedule of Salary Ranges).
Qualifications
What you will need to be considered:
- AA degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, or closely related field (Bachelor's Degree preferred).
- At least 5 years of professional experience as a public works construction inspector or post-construction stormwater inspector, preferably in local government (municipal or county).
- Additional related experience (at least 3 years) as a public works construction inspector may substitute for the educational requirement; additional 2 years of closely related college level course work in engineering or construction technology may substitute for 2 years of required work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and review stormwater plans and specifications and compare them with operational stormwater facilities for inspection and maintenance purposes.
- Solid computer/technology skills.
- Valid driver's license and safe driving record (required).
- Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration/Maryland Department of the Environment Erosion and Sediment Control Training Course (formerly "green card") Certification within six (6) months of hire required as a condition of employment.
- Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration/Maryland Transportation Builders and Materials Association SHA Erosion and Sediment Control Training Course (formerly "yellow card") Certification within six (6) months of hire required as a condition of employment.
- Successful completion of OSHA #2264 - Permit-Required Confined Space Entry training course within one (1) year of hire required as a condition of employment.
- Stormwater or Construction Inspection Certification preferred, such as Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI), Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC), Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Certifications, etc.
- Or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties.
Additional Information
Interested applicants must submit the following to be considered:
- A complete online application
- Current Resume (attached to the online application)
Review of applications will begin immediately, so prompt application is highly encouraged. The position will remain open until filled; recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or all hiring decisions have been made.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which means an individual in this position is eligible for overtime compensation under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the City's personnel regulations. Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post-accident and random testing.
For more information about this position, contact Stormwater Program Administrator John Nenghabi at or 240.805.1357. Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at or 301.258.6327.
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months.
The City of Gaithersburg offers its full-time employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and professional lives. Employees are eligible on their first day of employment (unless otherwise specified). We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - employer pays 85% of premium in each tier
- Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single + spouse, single + child, single + children, family)
- Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)
- CIGNA HealthCare Open Access Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Sun Life Indemnity Plan
- Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings
- Basic or Enhanced Plans offered
- National Vision Administrators
- Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings
- Eligible for immediate enrollment in all plans upon hire
- 401A - Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employee's annual base salary; fully vested after 5 years
- 401K - Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employee's annual base salary contributed by the employee; fully vested after 5 years
- 401A Supplemental - Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis; fully vested after 10 years
- 457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)
- Vacation (12 - 24 days accrued annually; accrual rate based on years of service)
- Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)
- Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)
- Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)
- Volunteer Service (12 hours granted annually)
- Jury duty, bereavement leave, military leave (as needed)
- Long-Term Care Insurance (employer paid for base plan coverage); buy-up and spouse coverage available (employee paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans
- Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability & Workers' Compensation Insurance
- Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)
- Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)
- Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)
- Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
- First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
- Ongoing Training/Personal Development Programs
- Credit Union
- Recreation & Leisure Opportunities & Discounts
- Direct Deposit (required)
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information ("see resume" is not acceptable) may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your application?
- Yes
- No
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Do you possess a valid driver's license to be able to travel to and from inspection sites?
- Yes
- No
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Do you currently possess any of these certifications? (Please check all that apply.)
- Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater (QCIS)
- Qualified Preparer of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (QPSWPPP)
- Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI)
- None of the above
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How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?
- City of Gaithersburg Website
- Job Interest Card Notification
- Indeed
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Other Website
- Social Media
- Friend or Relative
- I am a current City employee
- Other
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