What You'll Be Doing The Environmental Services Department has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Environmental Consultant in Watershed. This role supports the Wake County Sedimentation & Erosion Control and Stormwater Management programs and manages construction projects at different stages of development to ensure compliance with state rules and local regulations/ordinances. Serves as a subject matter expert, fosters collaboration and education of the development community, partner municipalities and residents. Protects environmental quality by reviewing development/construction plans, conducting inspections, issuing permits, responding to customer complaints and enforcing state rules and local ordinances following applicable procedures to ensure continued State delegation of local programs. Essential Functions Conducts field inspection of construction projects in Wake County and municipal partner jurisdictions at various stages of development for the Sedimentation and Erosion Control program. Conducts post construction inspections in support of the Stormwater Management program. Guides customers in getting the right permits, issue permits and addresses customer complaints. Prepares documents for project compliance/enforcement and conducts enforcement action in accordance with approved procedures, applicable rules and regulations/ordinances. Leads preconstruction meetings, educational outreach programs for the development community and residents. Advance Environmental Services Department initiatives aimed at building collaboration with the development community to improve compliance. Identifies areas for improvement in field and customer services and makes recommendations for process improvement. Documents field experiences and shares complex and uncommon field observations with other staff to enhance experiential learning and team efficiency. Strives for first-class service delivery in the Watershed Management program. Works closely with the Watershed Management Managers to advance new initiatives, implements new ideas/tools to enhance core service delivery and supports processes to ensure the continued State delegation of the Wake County Watershed Management programs. NOTE: This position conducts field inspections. About Our Team The Wake County Environmental Services Department consistently functions at a nationally recognized level. We are comprised of four Divisions consisting of Administration, Animal Services, Solid Waste and Water Quality. We sustain success by consistently hiring the best and brightest of well-rounded individuals. Our Department embraces diversity and collaboration and fully supports the opportunity for leadership to occur at all levels within the Department. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Forestry or related field * Three years of experience in environmental planning, inspections or engineering * Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record * Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Possesses one or more of the following: * Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) * Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC) * Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) * NCDOT Level 2 Certified Erosion and Sediment Control/Stormwater Site Manager * Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ) * Certified Stormwater Inspector * Construction (CSI-Construction) * Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater (QCIS) * Qualified Preparer of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (QPSWPPP) * EPA's Construction General Permit (CGP) Site Inspector Training Certificate How Will We Know You're 'The One'? * Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills * Detail oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization with tact and diplomacy * Ability to analyze situations, navigate ambiguity and offer informed recommendations and guidance, supported by defensible documentation to resolve problems * Ability to independently prioritize, manage and coordinate multiple assignments * Ability to use scientific rules and methods to solve problems * Ability to learn fast, read and understand technical documents and communicate information to non-technical audience * Good knowledge of basic principles of erosion and sedimentation control, stormwater management, plan review and state and local environmental laws and regulations About This Position Location: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27601 Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:15pm Hiring Range: 73,492 - 102,892 Market Range: 73,492.00 - 132,292.00 Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/15/2024 What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.