What are the responsibilities and job description for the NPDES Inspector position at City of Issaquah?
Make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and diverse community! The City of Issaquah is currently looking for a NPDES Inspector to join our Public Works Team. Under the direction of the Environmental and Regulatory Program Manager, this position performs a variety of specialized and technical duties related to specific environmental tasks, including stormwater-related field inspections and administrative activities. Field inspections of both publicly- and privately-owned stormwater systems will ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, standards, and codes. The NPDES Inspector will also respond to complaints and reports of stormwater violations such as illicit discharges, spills and water quality concerns and recommend corrective actions.
This position will remain open until filled. The initial review of applications will begin on Monday, December 1, 2025. To be considered during the first review cycle, all application materials must be received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
EQUITY STATEMENT
This position will remain open until filled. The initial review of applications will begin on Monday, December 1, 2025. To be considered during the first review cycle, all application materials must be received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.
- Ensure the City’s compliance with Phase II Municipal Stormwater Permit requirements for inspection of stormwater facilities.
- Perform and maintain inspection program for public and private stormwater catch basins, flow control and water quality/treatment facilities and ensure they are maintained properly.
- Schedule and perform inspections; issue reports and create correspondence and enforcement notices.
- Perform inspections and respond to reports of pollutants; investigate and trace to their source; identify pollutants; clean up and educate the public.
- Locate and document the source of hazardous spills, provide public information and spill prevention materials, coordinate cleanup efforts with city’s maintenance crew or property owner.
- Sample and monitor stormwater locations; maintain sample data; create and file required reports detailing tests conducted and results; create and maintain field notes.
- Prepare and issue official notifications of regulatory non-compliance in accordance with established procedures.
- Initiate enforcement measures, beginning with outreach and educational engagement to encourage voluntary compliance and awareness of applicable standards.
- Coordination with Code Enforcement and other City Staff may be required to ensure compliance.
- Perform field mapping and verify the city’s stormwater systems.
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in either civil engineering or environmental sciences or closely related field and three more years of progressively responsible experience in public works, engineering, environmental science, or related field, including experience with stormwater compliance.
- 24-hour HAZWOPER training at time of hire, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Certified Erosion and Sedimentation Control Lead certificate at time of hire, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- CPR & First Aid certification preferred.
- Valid WA State driver’s license and a driving record that meets City standards.
- Or any combination of training and experience that would provide the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Municipal Stormwater Drainage Systems
- NPDES Phase II permit requirements for Western Washington.
- General construction methods and practices, including methods of erosion control.
- Research methods and techniques for tracking, collecting, and analyzing data.
- Using computers and applicable software programs, including asset management programs.
- Communicate effectively with property owners, business owners, developers, contractors, and the general public.
- Read and interpret construction plans and drawings.
- Interpret, apply, and explain provisions of code, regulations, and best practices.
- Organize and prioritize tasks in an effective manner; meet deadlines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, developers, and the general public.
Salary : $80,093 - $105,397