Development Inspector I, II, or III

Full Job Description

Job Description
The function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents, visitors, property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encourage high quality development as well as maintenance and revitalization of existing neighborhoods. The Department consists of the following divisions: Development, Planning, Code Enforcement, Building, Customer Service, Housing and Community Development, Economic Development, Infrastructure Planning, and Administration. The Development Inspector position is assigned to the Development Inspections section of the Development Division.

Essential Duties

• Conducting field inspections of residential, multifamily, commercial, and industrial land development sites which includes clearing, grading, paving, landscaping, and stormwater best management practices for compliance with the applicable approved plans, Federal, State, and County regulations and standards, and erosion and sediment control requirements.
• Preparing reports, forms, citations, and other regulatory enforcement information, and documenting in the department databases.
• Responding to inquiries and concerns received from developers, contractors, homeowners, and other customers pertinent to land development activities, applicable regulations and standards, erosion and sediment control requirements, and required corrective actions.
• Hosts pre-construction meetings as needed with property owners/developers, contractors, and engineers to review plans, provide information concerning inspection process, and ensure all additional required permits have been issued.
• Performing other duties that support the objectives of the Development Inspections Section.

Minimum Qualifications
Development Inspector I

• High School Diploma, or G.E.D., AND three (3) years of related construction experience; OR
  • an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residency.
• NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Development Inspector II

• High School Diploma, or G.E.D., AND five (5) years of related construction experience to include two (2) years of regulation enforcement/inspection experience. OR
  • an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residency.
• NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Development Inspector III

• High School Diploma, or G.E.D., AND seven (7) years of related construction experience to include four (4) years of regulation enforcement/inspection experience; OR
  • an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residency.
• NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or Certified Arborist.

Salary and Grade
Salary will be dependent on education and experience.
Development Inspector I:
The grade for this position is B21(2).
The salary range for this position is: $40,900 - $53,170
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Development Inspector II:
The grade for this position is B23(2).
The salary range for this position is: $48,3370 - $62,838
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Development Inspector III:
The grade for this position is B24(2).
The salary range for this position is: $52,567 - $68,337
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Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

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Qualifications

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

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Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities.

We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners.

The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

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Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more.

The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

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More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

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ValuesIntegrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

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