Senior Inspector

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CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Senior Inspector

SALARY:

$55,007.80 - $71,147.99

DEPARTMENT:

Public Works

Opening Date:

07/07/2026

Closing Date:

07/21/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to a probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:00am – 4:30pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direction, reviews and issues commercial and residential soil erosion plans for permits. Performs administrative office work and communicates with the Plan Review and Construction department on projects regarding drain work. Conducts inspections and works with homeowners, builders, engineering firms, townships on the soil erosion permits, construction of open and closed storm drains, and any soil issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects the construction of open and enclosed storm drains, sanitary sewers, and water mains for conformance to contract specifications and government codes.

Reviews and checks sites for approved materials, specified pipe sizes, connections, grades, fittings, and restoration.

Performs inspection on more complex construction projects.

Coordinates with engineering staff and provides reports on field conditions and construction issues.

Reviews inspection documents and prepares related analysis and reports.
Fully utilized Accela to review plans, issues permits, track finances, schedule inspections, and create inspection reports.

Provides training to inspection staff on construction matters and soil erosion control issues. 

Maintains records, reports, and documentation related to construction inspections.

Conducts inspections related to County Soil Erosion Control Program, prepares reports, files paperwork, and conducts enforcement follow up with property owners.

Conducts inspections, collects samples, researches plans and carries out enforcement actions for illicit discharge elimination program.

Communicates with the public regarding questions related to the permitting process, site complaints, and information of specific projects.

Attends preconstruction meetings.

Performs related work as required.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience: 

• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test

• Three (3) years of soil erosion work experience (office and inspection)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Planning, or a directly related field

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

• Soil Erosion Control Certificate

• Storm Water Certificate

• Confined Space Certificate

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:

Knowledge of:

• Construction materials and terminology

• Macomb County Soil Erosion Ordinance Part 91 of act 451

• Applicable software applications

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

Skill in:

• Organization and time management

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

Ability to:

• Read and comprehend construction drawings and specifications

• Prepare and maintain records on materials and work progress

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Communicate highly complex information to people with varying levels of knowledge

• Adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected situations

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other professionals, clients and the public

• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

​The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: F/C

Outdoor environment: F/C

Street environment (near moving traffic): O

Construction site: F/C

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: O

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: O

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): O

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: N/S

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels) : O

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

Demand

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S

Digging involves manual digging : N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/C

Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C

Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position up to 34 pounds: F/C

Push / Pull objects away from or towards the body: N/S

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

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.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. 

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position.  Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.