Code Compliance Inspector I - Building

Company: City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: October 24, 2024

Job Description:

Working Title of Vacant PositionCode Compliance Inspector I - Building
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division: DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number: 2024492
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday - Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA (City Hall Building - 306 Cedar Road, 2nd Floor)
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: $46,074 - $61,048 Depending on experience/qualifications

Job Description: Our Development & Permits department is seeking a dynamic, motivated Building Code Compliance Inspector who enjoys spending time in the field.

The successful candidate for the Building Code Compliance Inspector will be able to do the following:

--- Perform daily building field inspections on residential and commercial structures in assigned areas to verify compliance with the State codes for the New Construction division.
--- Respond to complaints regarding improper building construction
--- Ability to work within the work group by fostering good communication and exchange of ideas.
--- Communicate the requirements of the codes in a clear and efficient manner.
--- Building Code Compliance Inspector will have the ability to integrate the Department and City policies into normal day to day activities.
--- Enjoys working with citizens to help resolve issues and complete projects.
--- Earn promotions by becoming cross-trained and certified in multiple disciplines.
--- Complete all required state training and pass certification exam(s) within 18 month of hire.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in urban planning, environmental health/studies, engineering, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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

Preferred Qualifications: Hands on experience within the field of building construction of residential and commercial structures.

Job Open Date: 10/22/2024
Job Close Date: 11/05/2024
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants: In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.






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