Employment Opportunities

CITY OF RADFORD JOB OPENING

Code Enforcement Officer – The City of Radford is seeking a FT Code Enforcement Officer.  The successful candidate must possess an Associate’s Degree and/or 5 years of professional experience in code enforcement, building inspection, property maintenance inspection, or equivalent combination of education, training and certification.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Official.

The Code Enforcement Officer will perform intermediate technical work enforcing City and State Building and Maintenance codes relating to residential, commercial and industrial construction, repairs and alteration to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal codes and regulations.  The Code Enforcement Officer will also enforce City ordinances relating to inoperative vehicles, litter, debris and clutter, weed lots, nuisances; will locate and identify code violations, initiate notifications to violators of City ordinances and will follow-up on action taken to correct these violations.  The successful candidate will possess or obtain ICC and Virginia Maintenance Code Inspector Certification within 12 months of hire; in addition, must also possess or obtain within 12 months ICC and Virginia certifications in the following residential categories: building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical within 24 months of hire.  This position is also responsible for issuing permits for new construction, remodeling and water/sewer lines for residential and commercial properties.  The Code Enforcement Officer will respond to public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner and investigate/resolve issues timely.  This position also researches property ownership, land characteristics and occupancy status using internal and external database systems, including internet resources and City records.

Applications may be obtained on the City’s website, www.radfordva.gov and returned to Human Resources, 10 Robertson Street, Radford, VA  24141.  For consideration applicant must submit a fully completed City of Radford employment application along with relevant certifications and/or degree(s).   Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Starting Salary range $42,322 – $66,696 depending on qualifications and certifications; excellent benefit package that includes enrollment in VRS and 100% employer paid insurance for employee.  Successful completion of drug screen and background check is a must.  Deadline:  open until filled.  The City of Radford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm, and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county’s future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county’s land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as “first preventers.” Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county’s economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.

The Commercial Building Branch of Land Development Services (LDS) seeks experienced candidates to fill two Engineer IV positions in the division. These positions work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the Building Division,

Engineer IV – Subject matter expert in building code.
Serves as lead engineer for the plan review of complex new construction with advanced engineering designs in accordance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC). Communicates design deficiencies, code requirements and engineering principles to project stakeholders and design team. Conducts quality control of plans for new construction previously reviewed by county staff. Performs research, provides training, interprets code provisions and offers resolution to design and construction challenges. Determines design trends and discrepancies in the building code and develops corresponding code changes. Complies with established LDS’s safety program and guidelines. Complies with county, agency, and job specific training requirements, including but not limited to emergency management and safety-related courses. Position requires incumbent to operate motor vehicle to drive to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and/or conferences.

Engineer IV – Project management specialist.
Serves as project manager representative to the Operations Division responsible for the advancement of assigned projects through the building plan review and inspections process. Serves as lead engineer for the plan review of complex projects with advanced engineering designs in accordance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC). Communicates design deficiencies, code requirements and engineering principles to project stakeholders and design team. Conducts quality control of plans previously reviewed by engineering staff. Performs research, provide training, interprets code provisions and offers resolution to design and construction challenges. Performs other duties as assigned to further the goals and objectives of the agency. Complies with established LDS’s safety program and guidelines. Complies with county, agency and job specific training requirements, including but not limited to emergency management and safety-related courses. Position requires incumbent to operate motor vehicle to drive to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and/or conferences.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”) Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor’s degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; PLUS five years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering field

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Driver’s License
• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect licensed in Virginia. (An individual who possesses a valid Professional Engineer or Architect license in another state will be granted a temporary exemption to this requirement pending the Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers & Landscape Architects decision regarding that individual’s application for reciprocity.)
• Building Plans Examiner exam issued by international code council (ICC) or Commercial Building Inspector exam issued by international code council (ICC) or national certification program for construction code inspectors (NCPCCI)
• Certification by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Commercial Building Plans Examiner and Commercial Building Inspector within 18 months of appointment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driver’s license check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs may be subject to a weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Certification by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Commercial Building Plans Examiner and Commercial Building Inspector.
• Prior experience in code development and research.
• Prior experience reviewing building code modification requests.
• Prior project management experience.
• Prior experience providing training to others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform sedentary tasks for extended periods. Ability to review plans on desk or computer screen for long hours. Ability to lift and move heavy plans up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment. Sufficient mobility to perform on site building inspections. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include practical exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ***, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.  

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Effective July 2, 2022, compensation plans will be increased by 4.01% (market rate adjustment). 

This full-time position, under the regular supervision of the Building Official, performs intermediate technical work reviewing commercial, industrial and residential plans, specifications and permits for compliance with state and local building codes; answers customer service questions via telephone and in person; prepares comments for plans and permits not in compliance with codes and policies; prepares technical reports and documentation; inspects buildings in the process of construction, alteration or repair for code compliance and approved plans, for maintenance, and as directed; issues warnings for work being performed that is not in compliance with code and/or approved plans; provides code compliance information to the general public and all interested parties; performs pre-plan reviews for customers; conducts interviews with architects and engineers; compiles and reviews evidence from project files and plans and testifies in court on code violation; and any related tasks as required. The starting salary for this position is $47,326.24, with an excellent benefits package.  Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in general building construction and plans review work is required. Successful applicant must possess or obtain state certification as Building Plans Examiner within 18 months.  For employment application, including job description, contact Warren County Administrator’s Office, 220 North Commerce Avenue, Suite 100, Front Royal, VA  or by calling (540) 636-4600 or by visiting our website at www.warrencountyva.net.  Drug screening and criminal background check required.  This position will be open until filled.  EOE.

CODE INSPECTOR I, II, III (MAINTENANCE CODE)

An Overview

Employees assigned to this class are located in the Property Maintenance Division of the Code Administration and are responsible for conducting proactive inspections, reviewing complaints and identifying applicable code violations; performing on-site inspections; negotiating compliance solutions with property owners, tenants and business owners to ascertain the violation and recommending effective, corrective abatement actions.  This work is performed under the general supervision of the Property Maintenance Division Chief.

The Opportunity

• Performs entry level work and develops skills in code inspections in accordance with the USBC.
• Assists other staff by researching specific provisions of codes, ordinances, and related City policies;
• Addresses complaints, communicates abatement action, and provides required follow up;
• Enters inspection data, results and reports into an automated database, prepares violation notification and corrective direction;
• Operates and maintains a City vehicle and all other issued equipment.
• Manages inspection schedule and maintains inspection reports;
• Attends community meetings and testifies in court, as required.
• Follows established industry safety guidelines and practices, and utilizes necessary safety equipment;
• Attends training to earn and maintain continuous education and certification requirements as required by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Department of Code Administration;
• Maintains a current knowledge of City and department policies, procedures and guidelines;
• Attends meetings and testifies in court, as required.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate must have knowledge of the USBC and City of Alexandria ordinance which apply to building and maintenance code or the ability to readily acquire such knowledge.

The ideal candidate in this class performs daily proactive field inspections, responds to service requests and complaints from members of the community to ensure compliance with the Virginia Maintenance Code and Alexandria’s Code of Ordinances. Work assignments are of a gradually increasing complexity and require application of accepted code inspection knowledge and techniques; and performs related work as required.

Code Inspector I -To qualify for the Code Inspector I position, all candidates must possess three years of experience in the construction or construction related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience or an associate degree in engineering, architecture, building construction or related field with 1 year of experience in a construction related field.

Code Inspector II – To qualify for the Code Inspector II, you must have four years of experience in the construction or construction inspection related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience or an associate degree in engineering, architecture, building construction or related field with 2 years of experience in a construction related field or a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, building construction or related field.

Code Inspector III – To qualify for the Code Inspector III, you must have five years of experience in construction or a construction related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience or an associate’s degree in engineering, architecture, building construction or related field with 3 years of    experience in a construction related field or a bachelor’s degree in in engineering, architecture, building construction with 1 year of experience in a construction related field.

All candidates must have a valid driver’s license, and selected candidate must meet active City of Alexandria Code Inspector Career Ladder requirements within the probationary period of twelve (12) months after their original appointment.

About the Department

The City of Alexandria’s Department of Code Administration‘s focus is to assist customers to achieve compliance with the Virginia’s Uniform Statewide Building and Maintenance Codes (USBC), and the City Code nuisance and development provisions. The department contains five divisions: The Permit Center, Property Maintenance Inspections, New Construction Inspections, Plan Review Services, and Administrative Services. If you are curious for a broader view of our City government click here, or for a broader view of the City of Alexandria click here.