Code Inspector I​/II-Code Enforcement

Department:

HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATIONCompensation Grade:

G20

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Code Enforcement I Pay Range: $44,907.20 - $69,971.20

Code Enforcement I Pay Range: $49,504.00 - $77,147.20

Starting salary – Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and

Preferred Qualifications:

Make a Difference in Your Community as a Code Enforcement Inspector The City of Virginia Beach Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation is seeking motivated, community‑minded individuals to join our Code Enforcement Division. As a Code Enforcement Inspector, you will play a key role in supporting safe, healthy, and well‑maintained neighborhoods across our city.

This is meaningful work where every day offers something different—whether you’re out in the field conducting inspections, helping property owners understand standards, or ensuring compliance with the Virginia Maintenance Code and local property maintenance codes.

What You’ll Do:

Enforce building and property maintenance codes within your assigned area Conduct daily field inspections of existing structures, properties, and undeveloped land Investigate complaints and proactively identify potential violations

Notify property owners of findings and guide them through compliance steps

Issue notices of violation and summonses as needed

Explain regulations clearly to residents, businesses, and community partners

Testify in court when required

Access and assess a variety of environments, from dwellings to commercial sites

Operate a City vehicle and represent the organization with professionalism

Uphold the City’s core values and customer-focused service culture

Career Growth and Certification:

This position may be filled as Code Inspector I or Code Inspector II, depending on qualifications.

Code Inspector I (G.20):$44,907.20 - $69,971.20

State certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Code Inspector II (G.22):$49,504.00 - $77,147.20

Requires current state certification and completion of required state training modules to start at this level.

Applicants may be considered for future openings for up to six months.

Why Join Us?

The City of Virginia Beach offers an excellent benefits package, including:

Health, dental, and life insurance

Retirement and savings plans

Paid maternity/paternity and parental leave

Paid holidays, annual leave, and sick leaveA supportive, mission‑driven work environment

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

If you’re someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems, engaging with the community, and making a real impact on neighborhood quality of life, we encourage you to apply.

Preferences:

State certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Experience enforcing property maintenance, building, or fire codes

Experience performing field inspections for Code Compliance Experience talking to members of the public to explain regulations or resolve conflicts

Experience using inspections or other records management databases.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript:
Yes
• CDL:
No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse:
No
• CPS Check:
No
• Physical:
No
• Respirator:
No
• Psychological Screening:
No
• Polygraph:
No
• At Will:
No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school or GED plus four (4) years’ experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in fields such as general building construction, building, fire or housing code inspections, and/or plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems; or positions working in the field and with the public conducting inspections, investigations, and/or explaining regulations for compliance; or any equivalent combination of education…