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Salary: $76,742.00 - $122,603.00 Annually
Location : 2425 Reedie Dr Wheaton MD 20902 USA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 2026-00237
Department: Department of Permitting Services
Division: DPS 75 Land Development Sediment and Stormwater Inspection
Opening Date: 04/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
About the Position
The anticipated hiring range for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience:
Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector I: $64,942 - $86,971
Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector II: $70,556 - $104,811
Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III: $76,742 - $120,956
WHO WE ARE
Safety, sustainability, and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery County (DPS). The department issues approximately 40,000 building permits a year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees, DPS' five divisions include: commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance; and zoning and code compliance. From its award-winning programs to providing excellent customer service in the office and in the field, DPS's commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: "Your Project Partner."
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The is seeking someone with a construction background in sediment control or stormwater management to join the inspections team as a .
This position may be underfilled as a , Grade 21, or , Grade 19. Once the employee is at full performance and meets the minimum requirements of the position, they are eligible for the non-competitive promotion through the series to the , Grade 23.
What You'll Be Doing
Perform site inspections of sediment control measures, grading, drainage, and stormwater management facilities in accordance with the approved plan and applicable laws, codes, and regulations; inspections of construction activities within the protection of floodplains, wetlands, tree canopy, and tree preservation.

• Monitor construction sites.
• Interpret county-approved plans and specifications and approve alternative construction systems or methods when specified or conventional approaches do not apply.
• Work with engineers, other professionals, and Permit Technicians to ensure individual permitting cases are processed cordially and expeditiously.
• Provide written or oral feedback on findings.
• Provide technical guidance; explain and defend technical and procedural requirements to clients, developers, engineers, and other stakeholders through meetings and discussions conducted in the office or the field.
• Issue violation notices, citations, or stop-work orders for non-compliance or initiate abatement procedures.
• Gather evidence, prepare cases, and testify in court as an expert witness.
• Enforce State, County, and Federal laws, codes, and regulations relating to sediment control and stormwater management.
• The work involves walking over rough, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces and climbing flights of stairs.

This position REQUIRES the possession of a valid driver's license from the applicant's state of residence and the ability to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings, transport materials, or perform work at locations outside the office, which include locations throughout Montgomery County.
Medical Protocol: This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation, which includes a physical examination and drug screening.
Minimum Qualifications
ALL LEVELS required Driver's License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.
If filled at Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector III, Grade 23
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering, technical, or professional field such as Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science or Construction Management and three (3) years of experience in sediment control and/or stormwater management of which one year must have been in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Or
Graduation from high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland, and seven (7) years of experience in sediment control and/or stormwater management, of which one year must have been in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Certifications: Required certifications for employees classified at the Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III, Grade 23 level are listed below:

• NICET Engineering Technician in Erosion and Sediment Control Program Level I, or
• CESSWI Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector, or
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland

If under-filled at Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector II, Grade 21:
Education: Completion of high school or possession of a High School Certification of Completion recognized by the State of Maryland. A bachelor's degree in an appropriate field such as Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or Construction Management, is preferred. For applicants possessing an appropriate degree, the experience requirement may be reduced to two years instead of five.
Experience: Five (5) years of experience in a technical/professional field appropriate to sediment control and/or stormwater management. At least one (1) year of experience should be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
If under-filled at the Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector I, Grade 19:
Education: Completion of high school or possession of a High School Certification of Completion recognized by the State of Maryland. A bachelor's degree in an appropriate field, such as Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or Construction Management, is preferred. For applicants possessing a degree in an appropriate area, the experience requirement may be reduced to one (1) year instead of three (3) years.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in a technical/professional field appropriate to drainage design and control, sediment control, and/or stormwater management
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated "Qualified," placed on the Referred List, and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

• Experience in the application of construction materials, methods, systems and/or practices used in sediment control measures, road, sidewalk, and storm drainage/stormwater management construction and maintenance.
• Experience reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and blueprints.
• Experience communicating technical guidance, as well as, establishing and maintaining effective working relations with staff, permittees, community representatives, and staff of other jurisdictions.
• Experience conducting field investigations/inspections.
• At least one year of experience enforcing applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations pertinent to sediment control and stormwater management.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits
Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Retirement Benefits
All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness
Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.
Free Mass Transit Benefit
County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.
Reduced Child and Health Care Costs
Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.
Employee Wellbeing
We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.
Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits
01
Do you possess and currently maintain a VALID Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from your state of residence?

• Yes
• No

02
What is your highest level of completed education?

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

03
Do you have a degree in engineering, technical, or professional field such as Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or Construction Management?

• Yes
• No

04
How many years of experience do you have in a technical/professional field appropriate to