Environmental Inspector

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience

The hiring range for this position is $29.58 - $36.97​ per hour.

This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate can work up to 40 hours per week.  The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, accrue paid time off, and receive 11 paid holidays. 

The deadline to submit applications is October 18th, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

Overview of Department / Position:

Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health. 

As part of the Environmental Services Division, the Environmental Inspections Team conducts erosion control inspections of both public and private construction sites.  The team also inspects and investigates sources of pollution associated with illicit discharges to protect both the public health and environment in accordance with State and Federal regulations.  Inspectors also examine plans, applications, permits, city ordinances, regulations and records to ensure compliance. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine stormwater construction inspections to ensure construction sites maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations 

• Performs inspections, routine and as needed due to enforcement, of permanent stormwater quality features and temporary active construction features to ensure proper maintenance is being performed and to ensure they are functioning as designed 

• Ensure compliance and offers compliance guidance with MS4 for stormwater discharge permits 

• Reviews engineering plans and Storm Water Management Plans (SWMPS) for conformance with applicable rules and regulations 

• Provides informational outreach materials to Aurora residents, permittees, and other divisions and departments 

• Investigates complaints regarding wastewater, pretreatment, stormwater, hazardous material/waste activities 

• Incident response, coordination of cleanup, root cause analysis, and appropriate follow-up 

• Responds to complaints regarding illicit discharges, odors, hazardous materials in the public and private sector 

• Prepares inspection and incident response reports including compliance paperwork as well as issuing notice of violation reports, stop-work orders, and immediate cleanup orders for both incident response and the MS4 

• Utilizes proper safety precautions related to work performed 

• Coordinates with Environmental Inspection Supervisor and/or senior staff regarding enforcement actions 

• Maintains internal database and records of active permits 

• Grease trap and sand trap inspection 

• Creek and channel inspection to assist stormwater with routine maintenance initiatives and flood prevention 

• Performs other related duties as assigned 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. 

Education:   

• Associate’s degree in construction management, environmental studies or biological sciences or closely related field.  

Experience:   

• 1 year of technical experience in inspection, construction, environmental or stormwater management  

Licenses and Certifications Required:   

• Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license 

• Complete the NIMS 100/700 training within the first 6 months 

• Acquire a HAZWOPER 40-hour certification within the first year 

Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of or the ability to: 

• Interpret city standards, code, and regulations 

• Understand construction principles and best management practices 

• Interpret pretreatment, stormwater management, hazardous materials/waste standards 

• Understand methods and techniques of conducting site investigations and inspections 

• Practice of safe working practices and basic safety procedures 

• Understand principles and practices related to construction site activities 

• Understand how MS4s operate 

Skills:   

• Skilled in the use of windows-based programs 

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and Storm Water Management Plans 

• Ability to read and understand city, state, and federal rules and regulations 

• Apply technical knowledge, follow proper inspections technique and policy to examine active construction sites, illicit discharges, and post stormwater control measures 

Abilities:   

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, regulated entities and citizens 

• Ability to deal with a variety of interpersonal styles and personalities in an appropriate and diplomatic manner 

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing 

• Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner 

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions 

• Adapt to changing technology 

• Ability to learn tracking and project management software 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Essential Personnel:  

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. 

Physical Demands: 

• Occasional medium physical work which requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds assisted or unassisted 

• Occasional lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds 

• Frequent walking and standing, bending; a full range of body movements including pushing and pulling; hills and uneven terrain 

• Clear vision with or without correction enough to conduct and complete inspections and operate a city vehicle 

• Coordination in order to operate a motor vehicle 

• Frequent hearing and speech communication with employees, contractors and citizens; and 

• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.  

Work Environment: 

• Includes both field and office work, with the potential of exposure to all weather conditions with exposure to dust, heavy equipment and the potential of hazardous materials.   

• Travel from site to site 

• Work in all weather conditions 

• Works in all types of terrain 

• Works In and around active construction sites 

• Responds to unknown spills and hazardous substances 

Equipment Used: 

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and menu driven databases as a part of the library automated systems 

• Use of city issued Tablets, Laptops, and cameras 

• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) during their employment 

• Snake gaiters and professional protective equipment 

• Use of city vehicle 

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.