Environmental Specialist III
tendersglobal, Warrenton, VA, United States
Overview
Fauquier County is currently seeking an Environmental Specialist to join the Zoning and Development Services team within the Department of Community Development. The primary function of this position is performing mandatory erosion and sediment control and stormwater inspections on commercial sites, subdivisions, single-family homes and land disturbance permit projects.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include reviewing development plans for compliance with erosion and sediment control requirements; providing technical assistance to the general public, engineers, builders, land developers and various County and State agencies in respect to erosion and sediment control issues; and conducting on-site inspections of E&S controls and stormwater facilities during construction.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must have general knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management regulations along with the ability to read and interpret site plans, construction plans and development plans. Field experience is highly desired. Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and/or Natural Resources or equivalent experience. Possession of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management Inspection and Plan Review certifications is required from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Salary
Minimum starting salary is $57,378 with a commensurate salary with qualifications and experience.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage at very competitive rates
Up to 14 paid holidays annually, sick leave, annual leave, and personal days
Virginia Retirement System pension plan & a life insurance policy 2x annual salary
457(B) individual retirement plan
Access our Employee Wellness Center which is free for all permanent employees & dependents
EEO Statement
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Fauquier County is currently seeking an Environmental Specialist to join the Zoning and Development Services team within the Department of Community Development. The primary function of this position is performing mandatory erosion and sediment control and stormwater inspections on commercial sites, subdivisions, single-family homes and land disturbance permit projects.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include reviewing development plans for compliance with erosion and sediment control requirements; providing technical assistance to the general public, engineers, builders, land developers and various County and State agencies in respect to erosion and sediment control issues; and conducting on-site inspections of E&S controls and stormwater facilities during construction.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must have general knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management regulations along with the ability to read and interpret site plans, construction plans and development plans. Field experience is highly desired. Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and/or Natural Resources or equivalent experience. Possession of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management Inspection and Plan Review certifications is required from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Salary
Minimum starting salary is $57,378 with a commensurate salary with qualifications and experience.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage at very competitive rates
Up to 14 paid holidays annually, sick leave, annual leave, and personal days
Virginia Retirement System pension plan & a life insurance policy 2x annual salary
457(B) individual retirement plan
Access our Employee Wellness Center which is free for all permanent employees & dependents
EEO Statement
EEO/AA/M/F/D
#J-18808-Ljbffr