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Position Details Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Environmental Construction Inspector II Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS SW ENVIRON

Requisition Number 2026164 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule Monday

• Friday; 7 a.m.
• 3:30 p.m. ; Alpha-Essential. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R
• Routine Pay Grade GE09 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $50,607
• $67,054; depending on qualifications.

Job Description If you are motivated and keen on offering environmental compliance assistance for the City's Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinances (MS4), think about becoming an Environmental Construction Inspector with the Public Works Environmental Quality Services team! Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsible for coordinating with contractors, developers and builders to conduct routine Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan ( SWPPP ) inspections for properties under construction. Must have the ability to develop positive working relationships with staff from Public Works, Development and Permits, and the VA Department of Environmental Quality ( DEQ ) to coordinate Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance and Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program enforcement. Coordinates with City staff from Public Works and Development and Permits to accomplish goals, communicate information, and coordinate interdepartmental Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance enforcement. Investigates citizen complaints into Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Violations. Prepares correspondence and maintains database reports and records such as erosion and sediment control routine inspection forms and SWPPP inspections records. Reviews erosion and sediment control and stormwater management construction design plans and sequence of construction. Performs other duties as assigned. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks. #Environmental #Construction #Erosion #Stormwater Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards ; Certification as a Dual Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector within 6 months of completing the DEQ courses.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 09/10/2026 Job Close Date Open Continuous Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license ( CDL ) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium

• Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling N = Never Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A Reaching Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Never
• Never occurs. Bending Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting N = Never Climbing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Never
• Never occurs. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used City Vehicle, radio/cellular phone, computer, camera, personal safety equipment, various hand tools, Panasonic Toughbook, standard office equipment, safety equipment, calculator, various measuring devices. Protective Equipment Required Hard Hat, Safety Boots, Safety Vest. Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Vehicle, Outdoors Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) No. Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• ).

• Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details. Yes No
• This position requires a certification as a Combined Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Inspector within 6 months of completion of DEQ training classes.

Will you be able to meet this requirement? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter