Surface Water Inspector
Listed on 2026-07-19
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Engineering
Water Management, Environmental Engineer, Environmental & Urban Planning, Environmental Compliance -
Government
Environmental & Urban Planning
Overview
Shoreline is an inclusive city that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity.
Shoreline's Surface Water Utility (SWU) is dedicated to protecting and restoring the City's streams, lakes, and waters of the Puget Sound through sustainable stormwater management and environmental stewardship. By safeguarding these vital natural resources, the SWU helps preserve healthy ecosystems, improve water quality, reduce flooding, and strengthen the community's climate resilience for generations to come.
As part of this meaningful and ongoing mission, the Surface Water Utility is seeking a Stormwater Inspector to join our team. The Stormwater Inspector conducts inspections of public and private properties, administers the City's Source Control and Pollution Prevention Assistance Programs, and works collaboratively with property owners, businesses, and contractors to promote compliance with stormwater regulations. This position also inspects active construction sites for erosion and sediment controls and newly constructed stormwater facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and City standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about environmental protection, enjoys working in the field and with the public, and wants to make a lasting impact on the health of Shoreline’s waterways.
ResponsibilitiesThe position performs skilled field inspections of stormwater systems to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. It responds to complaints and reports of violations, such as illicit discharges, spills, and water quality concerns, and recommends action to correct. This position supports compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Requirements include performing inspections of surface water facilities, construction site inspections for erosion control, illicit discharge detection and elimination, drainage complaint investigations, and general technical support in Public Works.
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