Public Works​/Drainage - Construction Inspector

Job Description

Join the City of Hampton as a Construction Inspector in the Drainage division of our Public Works department and help protect local waterways and the environment through effective stormwater management. This position performs a variety of site inspections to ensure compliance with the City’s Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Working under general supervision, you will evaluate construction and development sites, document findings, provide guidance on compliance requirements, and help safeguard water quality throughout the community.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are detail‑oriented, enjoy fieldwork, and are committed to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.

The City of Hampton is a vibrant waterfront community that celebrates 400 years of history and innovation. We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer comprehensive benefits, career and professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and support for veterans and military spouses. We are a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer.

• High school graduation or successful completion of GED.
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience in stormwater construction projects.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the construction, engineering, surveying or related field.
• Considerable knowledge of local and state construction and environmental codes and regulations.
• Some vocational training or college level courses in civil engineering, surveying or related field preferred.
• Training in riparian areas or construction of shoreline structures preferred.
• Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control Certification at time of employment.
• Certification from DEQ for Stormwater Inspector required within one (1) year of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Position is safety sensitive and subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.

• Some duties performed outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• May be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• Optum Rx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard:
  Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other leave options:
  Maternity Leave, Parental Bonding Leave, Care for Sick Parent Leave, Birthday Leave, Personal day (quarterly).
• Eight paid holidays annually:
  New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Employee’s birthday.
• Tax‑deferred retirement plan 457 and Roth IRA offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation.
• Group life insurance offered through the VRS and Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
• Training and Career Development through the Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP).
• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling.
• Direct deposit available.
• Workplace savings bonds.
• Workers’ Compensation coverage where appropriate.