Building Code Inspector or Senior Building Code Inspector

Shenandoah County•Shenandoah County, VA

About The Position

Shenandoah County is accepting applications for a Building Code Inspector or Senior Building Code Inspector. The Building Code Inspector performs intermediate technical work inspecting building plans and construction and related duties as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Building Official. Candidates may be considered for appointment as Senior Building Code Inspector based on certifications, experience, and demonstrated ability. The annual starting pay range for the non-exempt Building Code Inspector position is $49,477.89–$56,899.58, depending on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Candidates appointed as Senior Building Code Inspectors will have a starting pay range of $57,276.85–$65,868.38. Shenandoah County offers Virginia Retirement System benefits, health and dental insurance, vacation and sick leave, and holidays. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screening and background check. The position is open until filled, with a first review of applications on November 12, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in one or more building construction trades, supplemented by coursework in a variety of inspection specialties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Appropriate electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building codes certification issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certification through the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Knowledge of office practices, procedures, equipment, and techniques; business English, spelling, and arithmetic; departmental organization and functions; and general administrative policies and practices.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs for creating and formatting documents, graphs, presentations, databases, and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of building construction materials and methods, construction stages, and state building and related codes, laws, and ordinances.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in a highly interactive, team-oriented work environment.
Ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and fire or collapse hazards; read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints; and compare them with construction in progress.
Ability to enforce building codes with firmness and tact, maintain permanent inspection records, keep office records, prepare accurate reports and routine correspondence, and organize and perform work independently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors, associates, and the public.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

Perform field inspections and re-inspections of residential dwellings and structures for compliance with adopted building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes.
Review residential plans and plans and specifications for code compliance.
Maintain building permit records and files and prepare required reports.
Receive and respond to complaints about defective construction and take appropriate enforcement action.
Inspect existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures, or improper uses.
Issue warnings and, when necessary, stop-work orders when construction methods or materials do not comply with regulations.
Answer questions from private citizens, contractors, and builders; perform basic plan checking for code compliance.
Confer with contractors and owners about code compliance.
Testify in court on code violation cases.
Keep reports and records of inspections.
Perform residential erosion and sediment control inspections.
Use a GPS location tool to mark building locations.