Environmental Specialist

About the role

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! Our Core Values: Integrity : Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs. Responsibility : A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization. Partnership : Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Work is performed under regular supervision of the Environmental Analyst.
• Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Perform inspections and analyses of permanent stormwater control devices to ensure compliance with the NPDES permit.
• Perform inspections of City facilities for compliance with their individual stormwater permits and prepare reports of findings and/or corrective actions required.
• Perform wet weather and TMDL sampling throughout the year during various weather conditions; perform dry weather screening from stormwater outfall sites throughout the City.
• Assist with developing and implementing public education, involvement and outreach programs for specific target audiences, prepare and conduct training and educational workshops for homeowners, City staff, contractors, engineers and developers.
• Prepare inspection reports, notice of violations, diagrams, maps and correspondence; create and maintain computerized files and databases.
• Keep records of all site inspections, approved plans, plan revisions, correspondence, notices, contractors, responsible persons, bonds and expiration dates; keep informed of current regulations, ordinances, and statute changes.
• Communicate directly with contractors, property owners, developers, citizens and engineers regarding erosion control laws, violations and stormwater compliance.
• Investigate citizen complaints and address concerns by advising and determining the best course of action.
• Perform a variety of other duties for Environmental Manager, Civil Engineers, or the Engineering Services Director.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited institute or college with an associate degree in civil engineering technology, environmental science, natural resource science/management, or closely related field, or experience equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must obtain Stormwater SCM Inspection & Maintenance Certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Must obtain Erosion Control Inspector Certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to practical and technical problems encountered in erosion control inspection of private developments and public works construction projects.
• Must have knowledge of state and federal environmental stormwater rules and sediment

Benefits

Additional Information

Compensation Range $23.04 - $29.52 Please note: This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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