Stormwater Compliance Inspector

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named "The #1 Best Place to Live in America."

Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.

The Stormwater Compliance Inspector performs compliance inspections that conform to the EPA’s National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and TCEQ’s Texas Pollution Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permit requirements.

• Reviews, approves and inspects stormwater credit program applications.
• Inspects post construction stormwater best management practices (BMPs) such as detention ponds, for maintenance and takes enforcement action when necessary.
• Conducts inspections of City-owned and operated facilities for compliance with the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Permit requirements.
• Performs dry weather screening of City storm drain outfalls for illicit discharges and illegal connections and performs water quality testing as required.
• Investigates citizen complaints of stormwater, erosion and water quality problems.
• Inspects industrial sites for Texas Pollution Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Industrial Stormwater Multi‑Sector General Permit compliance and documents inspection results.
• Documents inspections, stormwater management ordinance violations and corrective actions; issues notices of violations and follows up with warnings and notices to ensure compliance.
• Completes detailed and comprehensive reports for spills, sampling, testing, surveys, inspections and environmental assessments; maintains stormwater data.
• Explains stormwater requirements to residents, the development community, commercial businesses and industries, and seeks problem resolution with affected parties.
• Assists the Stormwater Administrator and Senior Erosion Control Inspector with special duties and assignments when requested.
• Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.

• Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting relative to regulating agencies such as USACE and TCEQ.
• Knowledge of NPDES and TPDES Stormwater Permit Program regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of MS4 permits, principles and concepts.
• Knowledge of GIS system software.
• Knowledge of construction inspection techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE).
• Knowledge of principles and practices of storm water quality sampling and testing.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of pertinent Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials.
• Skill to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Skill to review, evaluate and modify construction plans.
• Skill to resolve issues and conflicts through working partnerships with citizens and Home Owners Associations (HOAs).
• Skill to explain and enforce applicable local, state and Federal regulations.
• Skill to analyze and interpret complex statistical data.
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co‑workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Ability to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Ability to offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in environment or…