Inspector - Sediment & Stormwater Control (Permitting & Code Compliance Inspecto
Montgomery County Government, Silver Spring, MD, United States
About The Position
This position is a Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector role at the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services. Salary ranges for the different grades are:
Inspector I: $64,942 – $86,971
Inspector II: $70,556 – $104,811
Inspector III: $76,742 – $120,956
Department Overview
Safety, sustainability, and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS). The department issues approximately 40,000 building permits a year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees, DPS’s five divisions include commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance; and zoning and code compliance. DPS’s commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: "Your Project Partner."
Who We Are Looking For
The Division of Land Development seeks a candidate with a construction background in sediment control or stormwater management to join the inspections team as a Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III. This position may be filled as an Inspector II or Inspector I; once the employee meets the minimum requirements, they are eligible for a non‑competitive promotion through the series to Inspector III.
What You’ll Be Doing
Perform site inspections of sediment control measures, grading, drainage, and stormwater management facilities.
Inspect construction activities within floodplains, wetlands, tree canopy, and tree preservation.
Monitor construction sites.
Interpret county‑approved plans and specifications and approve alternative construction systems or methods when specified or conventional approaches do not apply.
Work with engineers, other professionals, and Permit Technicians to ensure individual permitting cases are processed cordially and expeditiously.
Provide written or oral feedback on findings.
Provide technical guidance; explain and defend technical and procedural requirements to clients, developers, engineers, and other stakeholders through meetings and discussions conducted in the office or the field.
Issue violation notices, citations, or stop‑work orders for non‑compliance or initiate abatement procedures.
Gather evidence, prepare cases, and testify in court as an expert witness.
Enforce State, County, and Federal laws, codes, and regulations relating to sediment control and stormwater management.
Walk over rough, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces and climb flights of stairs.
Requirements
The position requires possession of a valid driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence and the ability to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings and perform work at locations throughout Montgomery County.
Medical Protocol
Successful completion of a pre‑employment medical evaluation, including a physical examination and drug screening, is required.
Minimum Qualifications
All levels
– Driver’s license: valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license at all times.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector III, Grade 23
Education and Experience
– Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or Construction Management and three years of experience in sediment control and/or stormwater management, of which at least one year must be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity; or high school diploma and seven years of experience with at least one year in compliance/enforcement. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
Certifications
NICET Engineering Technician in Erosion and Sediment Control Program Level I.
CESSWI Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector.
Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector II, Grade 21
Education
– High school diploma or certificate recognized by Maryland. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Experience required may be reduced to two years if a degree is held.
Experience
– Five years in a technical or professional field appropriate to sediment control and/or stormwater management, of which at least one year must be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity. Equivalent combinations may be substituted.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector I, Grade 19
Education
– High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree is preferred; experience may be reduced to one year if a degree is held.
Experience
– Three years in a technical or professional field appropriate to drainage design and control, sediment control, and/or stormwater management, with at least one year in a compliance/enforcement capacity. Equivalent combinations may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
Applicants will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those who meet the minimum are rated “Qualified,” placed on the Referred List, and considered for interview. Preference for interview is given to those with:
Experience applying construction materials, methods, systems, and practices used in sediment control measures, road, sidewalk, and storm drainage/stormwater management construction and maintenance.
Experience reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and blueprints.
Experience communicating technical guidance and establishing effective working relations with staff, permittees, community representatives, and staff of other jurisdictions.
Experience conducting field investigations and inspections.
At least one year of experience enforcing applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations pertinent to sediment control and stormwater management.
Important Information
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) evaluates all applicants solely on the information contained in the application/resume for this position. All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant’s responses and other provided information are used to determine minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Eligible List and interview listings are managed accordingly.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Montgomery County Government (MCG) is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided. Applicants requiring accommodations should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Montgomery County Ethics Law
County employees may be subject to ethics laws that require advanced approval of any outside employment and prohibit certain outside employment. The relevant provisions can be found in the County Code (19A‑12) and at the Ethics Commission website.
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This position is a Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector role at the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services. Salary ranges for the different grades are:
Inspector I: $64,942 – $86,971
Inspector II: $70,556 – $104,811
Inspector III: $76,742 – $120,956
Department Overview
Safety, sustainability, and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS). The department issues approximately 40,000 building permits a year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees, DPS’s five divisions include commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance; and zoning and code compliance. DPS’s commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: "Your Project Partner."
Who We Are Looking For
The Division of Land Development seeks a candidate with a construction background in sediment control or stormwater management to join the inspections team as a Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III. This position may be filled as an Inspector II or Inspector I; once the employee meets the minimum requirements, they are eligible for a non‑competitive promotion through the series to Inspector III.
What You’ll Be Doing
Perform site inspections of sediment control measures, grading, drainage, and stormwater management facilities.
Inspect construction activities within floodplains, wetlands, tree canopy, and tree preservation.
Monitor construction sites.
Interpret county‑approved plans and specifications and approve alternative construction systems or methods when specified or conventional approaches do not apply.
Work with engineers, other professionals, and Permit Technicians to ensure individual permitting cases are processed cordially and expeditiously.
Provide written or oral feedback on findings.
Provide technical guidance; explain and defend technical and procedural requirements to clients, developers, engineers, and other stakeholders through meetings and discussions conducted in the office or the field.
Issue violation notices, citations, or stop‑work orders for non‑compliance or initiate abatement procedures.
Gather evidence, prepare cases, and testify in court as an expert witness.
Enforce State, County, and Federal laws, codes, and regulations relating to sediment control and stormwater management.
Walk over rough, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces and climb flights of stairs.
Requirements
The position requires possession of a valid driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence and the ability to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings and perform work at locations throughout Montgomery County.
Medical Protocol
Successful completion of a pre‑employment medical evaluation, including a physical examination and drug screening, is required.
Minimum Qualifications
All levels
– Driver’s license: valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license at all times.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector III, Grade 23
Education and Experience
– Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or Construction Management and three years of experience in sediment control and/or stormwater management, of which at least one year must be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity; or high school diploma and seven years of experience with at least one year in compliance/enforcement. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
Certifications
NICET Engineering Technician in Erosion and Sediment Control Program Level I.
CESSWI Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector.
Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector II, Grade 21
Education
– High school diploma or certificate recognized by Maryland. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Experience required may be reduced to two years if a degree is held.
Experience
– Five years in a technical or professional field appropriate to sediment control and/or stormwater management, of which at least one year must be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity. Equivalent combinations may be substituted.
Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector I, Grade 19
Education
– High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree is preferred; experience may be reduced to one year if a degree is held.
Experience
– Three years in a technical or professional field appropriate to drainage design and control, sediment control, and/or stormwater management, with at least one year in a compliance/enforcement capacity. Equivalent combinations may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
Applicants will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those who meet the minimum are rated “Qualified,” placed on the Referred List, and considered for interview. Preference for interview is given to those with:
Experience applying construction materials, methods, systems, and practices used in sediment control measures, road, sidewalk, and storm drainage/stormwater management construction and maintenance.
Experience reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and blueprints.
Experience communicating technical guidance and establishing effective working relations with staff, permittees, community representatives, and staff of other jurisdictions.
Experience conducting field investigations and inspections.
At least one year of experience enforcing applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations pertinent to sediment control and stormwater management.
Important Information
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) evaluates all applicants solely on the information contained in the application/resume for this position. All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant’s responses and other provided information are used to determine minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Eligible List and interview listings are managed accordingly.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Montgomery County Government (MCG) is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided. Applicants requiring accommodations should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Montgomery County Ethics Law
County employees may be subject to ethics laws that require advanced approval of any outside employment and prohibit certain outside employment. The relevant provisions can be found in the County Code (19A‑12) and at the Ethics Commission website.
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