Environmental Compliance Inspector

Location: Henrico

General Information

875

Main Organization

General Government

Location

Public Works/Office - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 56,022

Max Salary

$ 103,055

Posting Date

06-17-2026

Closing Date

07-01-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Manages less complex projects to completion; reviews and comments on project plan designs for constructability and compliance; ensures work completed for assigned projects adheres to all approved plan specifications and applicable regulatory specifications and requirements; inspects and approves work underway and completed at project worksites; recommends payments and bond releases; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

• Sound working knowledge of basic engineering and construction practices
• Sound working knowledge of environmental and stormwater management practices
• Ensure adherence to all approved specifications and relevant regulations
• Technical skills for reading and accurately interpreting project plans, identifying issues and making recommendations
• Excellent organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to plan and execute work effectively to successfully complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner within established deadlines
• Integrity including the ability to maintain the integrity of projects, construction processes, deadlines, specifications, regulations and budgets
• Ability to read, and consistently comprehend, interpret, apply and communicate regulatory requirements and technical information accurately
• Political astuteness
• Sound critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to appropriately resolve a wide variety of questions and issues within established policies, guidelines, regulatory and other project-specific requirements and procedures
• Professional judgement with demonstrated ability to accurately identify issues, viable solutions, consider and weigh a variety of relevant factors and make accurate decisions or recommendations
• Basic computer skills with ability to use computer and typical business software, proprietary software and applications to complete assigned tasks
• Physical condition that permits safely traversing over all types of terrain and worksite conditions, including adverse weather and traffic conditions
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse audience of internal and external stakeholders and to maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate routine and moderately complex and/or technical information and ideas to non-technical audiences in easily understandable language/terms, both orally and in writing

Additional Information

• Expected hiring range will be $56,022 - $60,103
• Criminal history record check and fingerprinting of all employees in authorized and hourly safety sensitive positions
• Valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various department and duty related locations as needed
• Obtain Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of employment
• Obtain Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) certifications in Erosion Control Inspector and Stormwater Management Inspector within 6 months of employment
• Work location DPW Environmental Division 10431 Woodman Rd

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or GED and two (2) year degree;
Four (4) year degree in a job-relevant field is preferred and four (4) years of relevant experience;
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).