| Location | Raleigh, NC |
| Salary | $63,000–$94,500 Per Year |
Senior Stormwater Inspector
Salary
$63,000.00 - $94,500.00 Annually
Location
One Exchange Plaza 219 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2026-00641
Department
Stormwater
Opening Date
09/11/2026
Closing Date
9/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hiring Range
$63,000.00 - $78,700.00
Job Description
The Senior Stormwater Inspector is responsible for conducting sediment and erosion control inspections for development; performing plan review with stormwater personnel; performing flood, watershed, stormwater, land disturbance grading, and stormwater conveyance permit inspections; and serving as the technical lead on projects by reviewing Notice of Violations prior to issuance and facilitating on-site meetings to ensure site compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Conducts routine sediment and erosion control inspections for permitted land disturbing activities
Identifies compliance issues and communicate with contractors, developers, and builders to ensure work is being performed per City regulations
Composes compliance reports, letters, and emails
Participates in plan review for land disturbing activity prior to permitting
Conducts scheduled inspections for buffer, flood, watershed, stormwater conveyance and stormwater tracking permits
Verifies that all permit conditions are met including impervious limitations and permanent stormwater control devices are installed per approved plans at the end of construction
Interacts with citizens to respond to complaints and provide information
Facilitates meetings include pre-cons, phasing meetings, and Certificate of Occupancy meetings
Reviews draft Notice of Violations prior to issuance
Mentors stormwater inspectors and providing technical support
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 3 to 5 years' experience in construction, construction inspection, or related work
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience in erosion and sediment control or in a construction trade
North Carolina Stormwater Control Measure Inspection and Maintenance Certification
Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI)
Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of construction management
Knowledge of sediment and erosion control practices
Comprehension of stormwater plans
Knowledge of Unified Development Ordinance as it relates to sediment and erosion control, riparian buffer, watershed and floodplain requirements and limitations
ADA and Other Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), at a construction site and in and around vehicles. Employees may occasionally be in an office or similar indoor environment.
Work Exposure:
There is frequent exposure to extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles and loud noises. Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate and extreme cold (below 32 degrees).
City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.
To find out about the Citys benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits
The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.
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Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina
Address 222 W. Hargett St.
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601
Website https://raleighnc.gov