Environmental Inspector

This position works on a rotation schedule. Selected candidate must have the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Conducts environmental inspections, ground/surface water sampling, investigations to prevent pollution and protect the public water supply and environmental resources consistent with local, state and federal regulations; and ensures compliance with environmental permits. Acts as a liaison to the public on environmental permitting and compliance issues.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Coordinates complaints received in the Environmental and Regulatory Affairs Program
• Conducts inspections and investigations to determine compliance with the Industrial Pretreatment and the Cross-Connection Control Program, Wellfield Protection, and other environmental regulations as required by local, state and/or federal regulations
• Samples groundwater and surface water for permit compliance and to monitor saltwater intrusion
• Inspects construction sites and enforces National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements
• Enforces regulations governing illegal and illicit discharge of the stormwater system
• Inspects and provides follow ups for Surface Water Management Licenses on City-owned properties
• Investigates flooding complaints
• Works closely with other City departments and/or regulatory agencies in the investigation, audit, and enforcement of rules, ordinances and regulations
• Responds to spill cleanups, illegal discharges, illegal connections to the water system, abandoned drums, grease trap inspections, etc.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, and maps
• Provides written reports, photo documentation, historical research, asset investigation and archiving
• Explains and interprets regulations to owners and occupants of residential and commercial establishment
• Attends outreach events to educate the public on City programs/ environmental issues and pollution prevention
• May be required to work overtime evenings or weekends
• Performs related work as required

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following certification(s):

• Backflow Certification for Inspection and Maintenance
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) - 40 hour
• Florida Stormwater Association Stormwater Operator Level

As public servants, employees may be…