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Salary $41,512 – $45,663 DOQ/DOE
Posted September 18, 2020 – Open until filled
The City of Hampton’s Community Development Department is seeking qualified applicants for a LAND DEVELOPMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR II position within the Property Maintenance & Zoning Enforcement Division.
To view the official job description and/or to apply, please visit the City of Hampton – Job Opportunities.
Salary $35,860 – $39,446 DOQ/DOE
Posted September 18, 2020 – Open until filled
The City of Hampton’s Community Development Department is seeking qualified applicants for a LAND DEVELOPMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR I position within the Property Maintenance & Zoning Enforcement Division.
To view the official job description and/or to apply, please visit the City of Hampton – Job Opportunities.
Salary $30,977 – $34,074 DOQ/DOE
Posted September 14, 2020 – Open until filled
The City of Hampton’s Community Development Department is seeking qualified applicants for a PERMIT TECHNICIAN position within the Development Services Center.
To view the official job description and/or to apply, please visit the City of Hampton – Job Opportunities.
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
The Building Inspector works under the general supervision of the Assistant Building Official performing skilled inspection work to ensure compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and related New Kent County ordinances pertaining to residential and commercial building construction, alteration and repair. Problems encountered are routine in nature and require some discretion in executing tasks. Interpersonal contacts are within and outside the organization to obtain and furnish information and explain policies. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors where uncomfortable conditions may exist. The work environment includes exposure to extremes in temperature, adverse weather conditions and pollutants. The worker should be able to endure moderate physical strain to include walking and standing for extended periods of time, climbing and working from ladders and driving a motor vehicle. The incumbent is expected to perform other job-related tasks as assigned or required.
To apply, please go to: https://newkentva.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
The Building Inspector should possess a thorough knowledge of modern construction practices, methods, materials and equipment in order to detect violations and defects and recommend their correction; a considerable knowledge of State building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, housing and zoning codes, laws and local ordinances. The worker should be able to read and interpret building plans and specifications and enforce the building codes as required; be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners and contractors. The Building Inspector must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing; be able to prepare detailed and concise reports and possess a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The Building Inspector is required to possess any combination of education equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by additional course work and at least three (3) years related experience reading blue prints, structure design, civil, electrical and/or mechanical engineering, OR any acceptable combination determined to be sufficient to perform the essential functions listed above. Certification by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a residential building inspector is preferred. If not certified a commitment to obtain this certification within eighteen (18) months of employment is required. The incumbent shall maintain this certification and participate in additional/ongoing training as mandated by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. Additional certifications in residential plumbing, mechanical and electrical must be obtained within three (3) years from the date of hire.
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:
The work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The worker must have sufficient mobility to inspect construction projects in the field. The worker may be exposed to adverse weather conditions including extremes in temperature and pollutants; may be exposed to dirt, toxic materials, and air contaminants; must have physical capability for sustained walking, standing and climbing; required to climb and work from ladders and various heights; negotiate trenches and ditches and avoid hazards typically related to construction; requires extensive operation of a motor vehicle. Employee frequently is required to sit, stand, talk and hear, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch. The work requires moderate physical strain, strength and endurance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Planning & Zoning Administrator, Town of Colonial Beach
Salaried Position, Full Time with Benefits
Job duties include but are not limited to performance of professional, administrative, and supervisory work in coordinating the activities of the Department of Planning and Community Development. This individual provides a full range of management, technical, administrative and field services in order to maintain and implement the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, and sections of the Town’s Code of Ordinances. The position fills the following roles; Planning Manager and Zoning Administrator. The incumbent manages the activities of professional/technical and clerical staff engaged in comprehensive planning, zoning, subdivision/site plan review and the implementation of the Virginia Building, Fire and Property Maintenance Codes. Work also involves serving as technical advisor to the Town Manager and may serve as the Clerk to the Planning Commission, and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Employee is responsible for preparing the department’s proposed budget and monitoring expenditures. Employee is also responsible for overseeing the compilation of monthly and special reports. Employee must exercise tact and firmness in dealing with the general public, volunteers, developers, contractors, and public officials. This individual is also responsible for performance management activities for department employees, to include annual performance appraisals.
Knowledge and three years of experience using of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook)
Use of proper English grammar demonstrated in written communication and speech
Valid Virginia Driver’s License
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to analyze complex issues and develop implementable solutions
Ability to make presentations to various audiences and use of audio visual equipment
Ability to communicate/educate the public, contractors, engineers, elected officials and co-workers effectively and successfully
See Job Description for full scope of work and required education and experience.
Positions open until filled. EOE. Applications may be obtained from Town Hall, 315 Douglas Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443, or online at www.colonialbeachva.net. Return completed applications to Laura Corbin, Human Resources in person or via email at lcorbin@colonialbeachva.net.