Site Inspector

City of Richmond•Richmond, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified Site Inspector to enforce adopted City ordinances, policies, and procedures and ensure compliance. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing inspections of Public Rights-of-Ways and other public areas in accordance with standard procedures and protocols, and serve as enforcement officers.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate
Three (3) or more years of related experience performing inspections, implementing abatement and enforcement plans, and demonstrating diplomacy in delivering customer service and public contact
A high school diploma and five (5) or more years of performing inspections may be considered to meet the minimum qualifications for this position
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification
Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
Must be eligible for Virginia designation as "Conservator of the Peace", if assigned to property maintenance inspections and obtain said designation within one year of employment
Knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local regulatory laws and codes
Skills in customer service
Skills in computer proficiency
Abilities to interpret and apply laws/codes
Abilities to inform citizens of code violations

Nice To Haves

Certified as a Duel Inspector (Erosion Sediment Control, Stormwater) by DEQ or certified for this disciplined within 11 months

Responsibilities

Conducting regular inspections of active construction sites to ensure proper construction and function of BMPs and other storm water structures; ensuring compliance with the Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Law and Regulations; Reviewing the pollution prevention plan; Ensuring the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is updated and implemented as required; Documenting inspections according to procedures; Preparing and submitting inspection reports are required; Entering and maintaining inspection data for each project into a database and spreadsheets; Initiating enforcement action when necessary; Ensuring compliance to correct deficiencies or violations.