Commercial Stormwater Inspector

The salary range for this position is $5,959 -$7,926 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for a Commercial Stormwater Inspector to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Water Resources team. The successful candidate will independently manage the Commercial Stormwater Inspection and Source Control Program, helping ensure the proper maintenance of privately owned and operated stormwater facilities throughout Thurston County. This position requires broad experience in stormwater management systems, along with strong communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills to work effectively with business owners, other Thurston County departments, regulatory agencies, and the general public.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Exercises skill and judgment in dealing tactfully with the public and community groups while educating and maintaining excellent public relations.  Responds to customers’ questions and complaints, requests for assistance, contracted work and drainage concerns.
• Identifies and inspects local businesses, industries, multi-family properties, and sites with pollution-generating activities subject to NPDES regulations and stormwater Best Management Practices. 
• Contacts commercial stormwater facility owners annually to 1) apprise them of their maintenance and reporting responsibilities, 2) provide an annual report form, and 3) apprise them of the resources available to help them carry out their maintenance responsibilities.
• Conducts annual inspections of commercial stormwater facilities and performs source control inspections.
• Conducts annual Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections at county-owned facilities and coordinates corrective actions with various county departments and divisions. 
• Responds to spills and performs Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) inspections.
• This position may be required to respond to unanticipated emergency situations, and subject to an after-hours pager rotation.

To view the full job classification, click here:  Water Resources Specialist II

Essential Personnel: This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment - Combination of in-office setting, primarily sitting or standing at a desk, and field work throughout Thurston County.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel will be required to attend meetings or trainings. Travel to worksite locations to perform inspections and other duties required.
• Customer Interactions - Frequent interactions with Thurston County staff and the public.

WHO WE ARE: 

The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington, is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks. 

Our Core Values:

• Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service - We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation - We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety - We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork - We work together toward achieving a common recognized end. 

Mission - To provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. 

Vision - The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community. 

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle. 
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.  
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays. 
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry.  We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences. 
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Why you’ll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.

Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental sciences, engineering, planning, or other closely related field and four years experience working in water resources, environmental issues, or other related field or other comparable experiences to successfully perform duties and responsibilities of classification. Previous experience with budget management, grant writing, administration is preferred.   Or, any combination of education and experience in which the incumbent can successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must have the ability to utilize a personal computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must have a current Washington State Driver’s License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Depending upon area of assignment, may be required to obtain some or all of the following certifications within the first (1st) year of employment: Pipeline Assessment Condition Program/Manhole Assessment Condition Program (PACP/MACP) certification, Certified Erosion Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification, Traffic Control/Flagging certification, and/or Confined Space certification; it is a requirement that these certifications be maintained.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and maximize the utilization of computer resources.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and evaluate constructed facility compliance with the design.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups including customers in high stress situations.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage many projects simultaneously.
• Experience using asset management, GIS, or other database software.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of the techniques and equipment used in stormwater construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of pollution prevention principles and source control Best Management Practices for pollution-generating activities.
• Knowledge of illicit discharge detection and elimination methods.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact Ryan Langan, Stormwater Operations Manager, [email protected], or 360-867-2099.

This position is:

• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits

Items required for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions

Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County 

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.