ESC Engineering Technician III

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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Located in the western part of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Loudoun County is a dynamic community that experienced significant growth over the past few decades with changing development environments, ranging from transit-oriented development at our new Metrorail stations, to redevelopment of existing neighborhoods, to maintaining and fostering our vibrant rural economy in the western part of the county. These factors create a fast-paced, high-energy work environment. The Department of Building and Development prides itself on providing great customer service in an atmosphere where work-life balance and professional development are respected and encouraged.

The Natural Resources Division of the Department of Building and Development is seeking candidates for a full-time Erosion & Sediment Control Engineering Technician.

This position requires thorough knowledge of County and State Erosion and Stormwater Management Program laws and regulations and specific working knowledge of civil engineering and construction site management and civil engineering plans. This position is responsible for the following duties:

* Completes erosion and sediment control inspections. This includes performing inspections of active construction sites in accordance with state laws and local ordinances and County programs; reporting site problems and special conditions; proposing corrective actions to address site issues; completing bond reduction/release inspections, and maintaining/documenting inspections and project assignment status within the land management system.

* Conducts plan reviews in accordance with state and local ordinances, laws, and handbooks, including providing review comments to applicants through Bluebeam on the Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and corresponding bond estimates.

* Manages erosion and sediment control enforcement per the County Ordinance and Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Act and Regulations, including processing notice to complies, stop work orders and notices of violations.

This position requires general knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and policies, and the ability to use computer programs and equipment. The ideal candidate must have the ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing and maintain effective relationships with fellow employees, County officials, contractors, and the public. The ideal candidate should also have the ability to act independently using sound engineering judgment to solve problems and issues in the field or the office and should effectively be able to work in a team environment.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Associate degree; two (2) years of related work experience preferably related to stormwater,management, engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applicants currently holding certifications of Combined Administrator Erosion Sediment Control and VSMP Inspector through the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) are preferred.

Criminal and DMV background checks are required. Valid driver's license and good driving record required (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).

This position requires working in an outdoor environment during varying types of weather (hot or cold). The applicant must be able to inspect active construction projects, often requiring significant walking or crawling through tight spaces and climbing into manhole structure. May be subject to call during weather events or as required.