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ESC Engineering Technician III
Loudoun County
Building and Development
Location
Leesburg, Virginia, 20175
Salary
$58,253.56 - $99,031.06
per year
Type
Full Time
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February 25, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves inspecting construction sites to ensure they follow rules for controlling erosion and managing stormwater, reviewing plans for compliance, and enforcing regulations when needed.
It's a hands-on role in a growing county near Washington, D.C., where you'll work outdoors and in an office to protect the environment during development projects.
A good fit would be someone with technical training in engineering or environmental fields who enjoys fieldwork, problem-solving, and collaborating with teams and the public.
Key Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in stormwater management, engineering, or related field
- At least two years of related work experience, preferably in stormwater, engineering, or construction
- Thorough knowledge of County and State Erosion and Stormwater Management laws and regulations
- Specific working knowledge of civil engineering, construction site management, and civil engineering plans
- Ability to perform inspections, report issues, propose corrective actions, and document in land management systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to maintain relationships with employees, officials, contractors, and public
- Capacity to work independently using engineering judgment and collaborate in a team environment
Full Job Description
Loudoun County Government, named by Forbes Magazine as one of the 2025 Best Largest Employers, is comprised of County staff who dedicate their talents, education and experience to make a difference. In the Department of Building and Development, we place a high value on work-life balance, professional development and service to our community. Join our team of professionals who are committed to Community, Teamwork and Innovation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Mission
The Department of Building and Development’s mission is to provide premier customer service in a timely and competent manner, and to work with the community and other local government units to create a vibrant and healthy physical, social and economic environment. Services shall be provided in an equitable, respectful, and professional manner.
Vision
The Department of Building and Development is committed to developing premier staff in a supportive learning environment by investing in education, training and work experience that results in a comprehensive knowledge of the department’s organizational purpose and importance of each employee’s role in the success of the department. We strive for excellence, integrity, and equity in the treatment of our staff.
Requirements
This position requires thorough knowledge of County and State Erosion and Stormwater Management Program laws and regulations and specific working knowledge of civil engineering and construction site management and civil engineering plans. This position is responsible for the following duties:
- Completes erosion and sediment control inspections. This includes performing inspections of active construction sites in accordance with State and County Code requirements; reporting site problems and special conditions; proposing corrective actions to address site issues; completing bond reduction/release and code compliance inspections, and maintaining/documenting inspections and project assignment status within the land management system.
- Initiates and supports erosion and sediment control enforcement per the Loudoun County Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance and Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Act and Regulations, including inspections related to Notices to Comply, Stop Work Orders and Notices of Violation.
- Conducts plan review in accordance with state and local ordinances, laws, and handbooks.
This position requires general knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and policies, and the ability to use computer programs and equipment. The ideal candidate must have the ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing and maintain effective relationships with fellow employees, County officials, contractors, and the public. The ideal candidate should also have the ability to act independently using sound engineering judgment to solve problems and issues in the field or the office and should effectively be able to work in a team environment.
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