Natural Resources Inspector

Performs intermediate technical work in the review of plans, inspection, and enforcement of erosion and sediment control and storm water management practices to ensure compliance with legal standards, does related work as required. Reviewing erosion and sediment control and storm water management plans; inspecting pre- and post- land disturbing activities for code compliance; providing advice and information relating to erosion and sediment control; preparing and maintaining records and files. Work is performed under the supervision of the Natural Resources Administrator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives calls from contractors, homeowners, developers, answers questions, provides information, and schedules inspections.
• Reviews erosion and sediment control and stormwater management construction plans and inspects work in progress for compliance with approved plans and code requirements.
• Administers erosion and sediment control and stormwater management ordinances.
• Conducts final inspections.
• Issues notices of violations and stop-work orders, if necessary.
• Investigates complaints relating to drainage, water and erosion and sediment control.
• Reviews plans for residential, commercial, and industrial uses for compliance with land disturbing permit and post construction stormwater management requirements.
• Makes reports and keeps records regarding inspections.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested by management.
• Participates in employee meetings and training as needed.
• Performs special projects as assigned.
• Meets attendance requirements and maintains the highest level of dependability.
• Consistently demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, and reprioritizes work as necessary.

Qualifications

Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and some experience in enforcement of environmental codes.

General knowledge of erosion and sediment control standards and regulations, wetland, stormwater and flood plain management regulations and related laws and ordinances, Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and to check hydraulic calculations of ordinary complexity and to compare them with the construction in process.

Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, standing, walking, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, and noise.

Subject to a complete criminal history background search and drug screening with acceptable results.

Ability to contact owners, contractors, and the public; establish satisfactory working relationships, firmness and tact in enforcing codes and ordinances.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This is not an employment contract and does not alter any employee at-will status.

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,236.19 - $48,012.95 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,236 - $48,013