Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Performs complex and professional work overseeing the day to day operations of the County’s Erosion Control Program. This position supervises the Stormwater and Erosion Control Technicians.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ensures that compliance inspections are being conducted in a thorough and timely manner;
Ensures civil penalties, injunctions, and other legal remedies are submitted appropriately through the appropriate legal mechanisms; coordinate such activities with Division Manager, Department Head, General Manager and Legal staff;
Conducts erosion control inspections on approximately ¼ of active projects;
Conducts erosion control plans reviews and complete quality control checks of Technician plan reviews;
Prepares monthly report for NC Department of Environmental Quality – Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources;
Assures that the Sedimentation and Erosion Control Ordinance is being correctly enforced;
Reviews all Notices of Violation and Civil Penalty recommendations;
Assist Division Manager with developing and updating standard operating procedures for enforcement-related procedures, processes, and activities.
Provides general oversight of Stormwater and Erosion Control Technicians.
Develops and implements ongoing professional development programs to ensure subordinate staff are appropriately trained for all facets and duties of their positions.
Works with Division Manager to enhance erosion control program; and
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Construction Management or a related field and three years of experience in erosion control, including at least one year of supervisory experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of civil engineering practices and principals, particularly as it relates to Hydrology and Erosion Control.
Thorough knowledge of basic construction practices and methods.
Thorough knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations.
Skilled in reading, reviewing, and interpreting plans, drawings, calculations, and maps.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Ability to walk over rough terrain and move around undeveloped property, as well as construction sites;
Ability to drive a vehicle and locate permitted properties for inspection.
CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a three-year acceptable driving record. Certification as a Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and/or Licenced Professional Engineer is preferred.