JOB INFORMATION

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; full-benefits

This skilled technical position is responsible for Environmental code compliance inspection and enforcement on construction projects within Frederick County and under the authority of the Environmental Compliance Section (ECS). Supervision is received from the Lead Environmental Compliance Inspector, Department of Permits and Inspections.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct on-site inspections and enforcement of:
- Sediment Control installation and maintenance
- Storm Water Management installation and maintenance
- Forest Resource Protective device installation and maintenance
- Forest Resource plantings
Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports on each assigned project and/or other incident response
Issue Violation Notices, Stop Work Orders, Civil and/or Criminal Citations as necessary to gain plan/code compliance
Review for adequacy, cost estimates submitted for guaranteeing compliance to approved plans
Review and recommend release/reduction amounts of Developers moneys being held for guarantee of compliance
Respond to citizen complaints or inquiries into Environmental issues within ECS jurisdiction
Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

High school graduation or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of work experience in the inspection, design or review of sediment control, stormwater management or forest resource related projects (or any combination thereof) - OR - Minimum 4 years of work experience in land grading and/or geotechnical testing fields
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to obtain, and maintain yearly certification refreshers
Considerable knowledge of the current Maryland Standards and Specifications for Sediment Control
Considerable knowledge of MD 378 Dam Safety Specifications
Knowledge of the Maryland State Forest Conservation Manual
Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, tools, and methods related to the above
Knowledge of civil engineering practices, mathematics, stages of construction and testing procedures
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, cut-sheets and specifications
Ability to exercise sound technical judgment in the performance of assigned duties
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors and the general public
Strong and effective spoken/written (English) communication skills including the ability to write and maintain clear, concise records

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk; frequently climb, stoop, reach, and drive; occasionally sit and make repetitive motions
While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors, outdoors, walk on uneven ground, exposed to dirt, dust and noise, work at heights and wear protective equipment; occasionally work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, near machinery; rarely work in confined spaces, work below ground level, exposed to chemicals, fumes and potential infectious diseases

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Available for varied working hours as needed and on-call emergency situations

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

An evaluation of qualifications and training
One or more interviews
A pre-employment drug test and physical examination

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Environmental Compliance Inspector