Residential Combination Inspector

Prince William County’s Department of Development Services is offering creative, challenging, and rewarding work as a Residential Combination Inspector. We are looking for motivated professionals who will take the lead and solve problems.

The Department of Development Services promotes partnership between staff and customers through effective, efficient development processes to ensure compliance with building regulations. We are looking for customer-service-minded individuals for our Inspections Branch to provide high-quality service to our customers while embracing their essential role as “first preventers.” This position offers paid training and County-sponsored educational opportunities!

About This Role:

• Perform residential and commercial construction inspections • Conduct project research • Write inspections reports • Perform data entry into the EnerGov Permitting System • Assist customers in navigating the different programs required for permitting and inspecting construction-related projects • Brainstorm different approaches to resolve customer issues

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or G.E.D. and 3 years of related experience.

Preferences:

• 3 or more years of construction and/or building code experience • Experience inspecting residential and/or commercial structures to applicable code standards • Certified in at least one building trade • Strong computer skills, including familiarity with standard office software • Familiarity with applicable codes and the ability to interpret and apply them accurately. • Ability to interpret plans, specifications and/or blueprints • Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a DMV check

Work Schedule:

This position works a standard Monday-Friday schedule, working 37.5 hours per week . This position does not offer any telework availability

Special Requirements:

• Successful completion of a DMV Check • Successful completion of a Pre-Employment Physical • Must become certified by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Technical Assistant to the Building Official within 18 months of employment and certified as a Virginia Residential Combination Inspector within 36 months of employment.

Starting Salary Range: $31.18-$38.61 per hour

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) • 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans • Paid Annual Leave • Paid Personal Leave • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Holidays • Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans • Optional Group Life Insurance • An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Career Development Opportunities