Department:
PLANNING
Compensation Grade:
G18
Compensation Range & Starting Salary:
Pay Range: $40,726.40 - $63,481.60
Starting salary negotiable based on qualifications
Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):
No
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
About Us:
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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:
The City of Virginia Beach is recruiting two Construction Code Inspectors to join the Permits & Inspections division of the Planning & Community Development Department.
This posting may be filled as a Construction Inspector I or Construction Inspector II depending on the qualifications of the selected applicant. The associated pay grades are as follows:
Construction Inspector I: G.18 $40,726.40 $63,481.60
Construction Inspector II: G.22 $49,504.00 $77,147.20
Primary duties with this position will be:
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Review engineering construction plans and specifications with construction and repair of highway and drainage facilities, electric, gas, and cable utilities in city right of ways and roadways providing ingress and egress of commercial and residential properties to ensure compliance and use of proper methods and materials with City and State regulations and standards;
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Coordinate with City agencies, contractors, developers and other affected agencies;
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Conduct various inspections in order to ensure proper construction in highways, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement; and test drainage systems, including, pipelines, appurtenances, and stormwater management facilities;
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Perform inspection duties and make minor field engineering decisions as needed;
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Inspect and ensure E & S and Stormwater measures are in compliance with City and State regulations and standards;
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Maintain records and prepare reports to document work performed and enter results in the Accela Permitting system;
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Meet with contractors, superintendents, and owners for pre-construction meetings;
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Answer telephone calls from recipients of notices of violations, complainants, and homeowners for information;
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Tasks or projects as assigned by Supervisor, Division Head or Director;
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Respond to complaints pertaining to new construction such as utilities, land disturbance, City Right of Way, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA), etc;
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Inspect both installation and removal of underground and above-ground storage tanks.
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Obtain Erosion and Sedimentation (E & S) Certification as required by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)within one year of the hiring date
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Obtain Stormwater Certification as required by DEQ within 18 months of the hiring date.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience with land development processes and review?
- Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers over the phone and in person
- Professional (E&S) certifications, degrees, and/or VDOT Inspections certification
- Stormwater management experience, including reviewing, implementing, or administering stormwater regulations or programs
- Experience with Accela or similar permitting/inspection software
- Experience with site development, including site plan review, permitting, inspections, or development project coordination
The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.
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: Requires High School, or GED, plus two (2) years of progressive experience in fields providing 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.
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.
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in site development and stormwater management, with experience reviewing development projects and applying relevant regulations and standards. They will possess excellent customer service skills and have experience assisting both internal and external customers in person and over the phone. Experience using Accela or similar permitting and inspection software is highly desirable. Candidates with professional engineering or environmental certifications, relevant degrees, and/or VDOT Inspection Certification are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable, customer-focused, and committed to providing high-quality service while supporting the City's development review and permitting processes.
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.
