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Environmental Compliance Inspectors

SOC 13-1041.01

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

Zone 4 Business and Financial Operations

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Active Listening

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Speaking

3.9

Writing

3.6

Active Learning

3.6

Monitoring

3.6

Complex Problem Solving

3.6

Knowledge Areas 8

English Language

4.0

Law and Government

4.0

Chemistry

3.5

Mathematics

3.3

Computers and Electronics

3.2

Engineering and Technology

3.2

Biology

3.2

Public Safety and Security

3.1

Key Tasks

1Examine permits, licenses, applications, and records to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.

2Prepare written, oral, tabular, and graphic reports summarizing requirements and regulations, including enforcement and chain of custody documentation.

3Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation; participate in enforcement hearings as necessary.

4Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.

5Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations.

Also Known As

Agricultural Chemicals Inspector Agricultural Chemicals Registration Specialist Air Pollution Inspector Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) City Sanitarian Compliance Analyst Compliance Coordinator Compliance Investigator Compliance Manager Compliance Representative