- Salary
- $54k+/yr
- Location
- Savannah, GA, GA
- Seniority
- Mid
- Education
- Associate
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Chatham County’s Engineering Department is seeking a Floodplain Inspector I-II to ensure construction across the unincorporated area meets vital safety and federal compliance standards. In this role, you will perform daily site inspections and post-damage assessments to protect our community and maintain the integrity of floodplain regulations.
•Inspects multiple structure and land disturbing projects throughout the County daily completing full documentation of construction activity and findings.
•Conducts post damage inspections across the UCC that align with the Community Rating System requirements of Substantial Damage (SD) of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
•Notifies appropriate others of Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (FDPO) violations during construction, discusses corrective options, issues violations, documents findings, and recommends solutions.
•Applies the NFIP higher standards to current INC and IRC standards.
•Coordinates findings with Floodplain Team to ensure structure and documents are compliant with the FDPO.
•Performs erosion control and other inspections assigned as needed.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•At least three (3) years of experience in floodplain construction projects; or
•Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
•Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
•Must possess or be able to obtain certifications and training in Level IB and II Soil Erosion Control within 12 months of hire.
Skills
Compliance