What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inspector position at Macomb County Government?
As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.
Classification Title
To learn more about Macomb County benefits click here
Inspector
Salary
$50,007.10 - $64,680.01
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
08/27/2026
Closing Date
09/11/2026 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
Inspects construction sites and various properties where earth changes have been undertaken to ensure compliance with Part 91 of Act 451 of 1994 and the Macomb County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance. Ensures adjacent streets are clean, silt fences, mulch mats, rows of sod are properly installed, onsite catch basins are properly protected, and any adjacent wetlands or drains are protected from sediment breach.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs storm and sanitary sewer, residential, and commercial inspections for soil erosion control.
Communicates with homeowners and builders to implement correct soil measures.
Files soil erosion permits and other related documents.
Communicates with the public regarding questions related to the permitting process, site complaints, and information of specific projects.
Assembles and maps daily workload, provides onsite recording of inspections, and compiles daily inspection reports.
Schedules site inspections and compiles permits.
Corresponds with the municipalities regarding site status.
Provides monthly and end of the year reports for soil erosion activity, storm water phase 2, and any other numbers or reports needed for the annual report.
Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
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
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
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.
Classification Title
To learn more about Macomb County benefits click here
Inspector
Salary
$50,007.10 - $64,680.01
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
08/27/2026
Closing Date
09/11/2026 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
Inspects construction sites and various properties where earth changes have been undertaken to ensure compliance with Part 91 of Act 451 of 1994 and the Macomb County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance. Ensures adjacent streets are clean, silt fences, mulch mats, rows of sod are properly installed, onsite catch basins are properly protected, and any adjacent wetlands or drains are protected from sediment breach.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs storm and sanitary sewer, residential, and commercial inspections for soil erosion control.
Communicates with homeowners and builders to implement correct soil measures.
Files soil erosion permits and other related documents.
Communicates with the public regarding questions related to the permitting process, site complaints, and information of specific projects.
Assembles and maps daily workload, provides onsite recording of inspections, and compiles daily inspection reports.
Schedules site inspections and compiles permits.
Corresponds with the municipalities regarding site status.
Provides monthly and end of the year reports for soil erosion activity, storm water phase 2, and any other numbers or reports needed for the annual report.
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
- Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license, operable automobile and insurance
- Previous construction experience
- Soil Erosion Control Certificate
- Storm Water Certificate
- Confined Space Certificate
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
- Construction materials and terminology
- Macomb County Soil Erosion Ordinance Part 91 of act 451
- Applicable software applications
- Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
- 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
- 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
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
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
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.
Salary : $50,007 - $64,680