Department:
HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION
Compensation Grade:
G20
Compensation Range & Starting Salary:
Code Enforcement I Pay Range: $44,907.20 - $69,971.20
Code Enforcement I Pay Range: $49,504.00 - $77,147.20
Starting salary – Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications
Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):
No
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
About Us:
Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.
Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:
Make a Difference in Your Community as a Code Enforcement Inspector
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation is seeking motivated, community‑minded individuals to join our Code Enforcement Division. As a Code Enforcement Inspector, you will play a key role in supporting safe, healthy, and well‑maintained neighborhoods across our city.
This is meaningful work where every day offers something different—whether you’re out in the field conducting inspections, helping property owners understand standards, or ensuring compliance with the Virginia Maintenance Code and local property maintenance codes.
What You’ll Do:
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Enforce building and property maintenance codes within your assigned area
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Conduct daily field inspections of existing structures, properties, and undeveloped land
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Investigate complaints and proactively identify potential violations
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Notify property owners of findings and guide them through compliance steps
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Issue notices of violation and summonses as needed
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Explain regulations clearly to residents, businesses, and community partners
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Testify in court when required
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Access and assess a variety of environments, from dwellings to commercial sites
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Operate a City vehicle and represent the organization with professionalism
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Uphold the City’s core values and customer-focused service culture
Career Growth and Certification:
This position may be filled as Code Inspector I or Code Inspector II, depending on qualifications.
Code Inspector I (G.20):
- $44,907.20 - $69,971.20
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State certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
Code Inspector II (G.22):
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$49,504.00 - $77,147.20
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Requires current state certification and completion of required state training modules to start at this level.
Applicants may be considered for future openings for up to six months.
Why Join Us?
The City of Virginia Beach offers an excellent benefits package, including:
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Health, dental, and life insurance
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Retirement and savings plans
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Paid maternity/paternity and parental leave
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Paid holidays, annual leave, and sick leave
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A supportive, mission‑driven work environment
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Opportunities for professional development and advancement
If you’re someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems, engaging with the community, and making a real impact on neighborhood quality of life, we encourage you to apply.
Preferences:
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State certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector
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Experience enforcing property maintenance, building, or fire codes
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Experience performing field inspections for Code Compliance
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Experience talking to members of the public to explain regulations or resolve conflicts
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Experience using inspections or other records management databases.
Additional requirements:
- DMV Transcript: Yes
- CDL: No
- Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
- CPS Check: No
- Physical: No
- Respirator: No
- Psychological Screening: No
- Polygraph: No
- At Will: No
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: High school or GED plus four (4) years’ experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in fields such as general building construction, building, fire or housing code inspections, and/or plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems; or positions working in the field and with the public conducting inspections, investigations, and/or explaining regulations for compliance; or any equivalent combination of education (above high school), training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must obtain certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector within eighteen (18) months from date of employment in accordance with the Virginia Certification Standards.
Skills:
Working Conditions:
Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.
The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.
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Official Job Descriptions:
To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E
VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.
