Codes Compliance Inspector

A career about community

Are you a professional inspector who wants to improve neighborhoods and have an interest in local government? Do you value integrity, trust, respect, accountability, creativity, collaboration?

If you answered “yes” then the City of Hampton has an opportunity for you! Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene.

Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.

If you embody the following attributes, consider joining our dynamic Community Development Department:

• Detailed, yet creative problem-solver
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment
• Versatile and enthusiastic team player
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service
• Effective oral and written communicator

will improve the quality of neighborhood life and property values by conducting routine inspections and investigating complaints from an assigned district to ensure code compliance with municipal ordinances for zoning, weed and debris control, street numbers, abandoned and inoperative vehicles, signs, and International Code Council (ICC) property/maintenance codes.

• Requires high school graduation or GED. Technical, vocational or trade school courses in building construction technology or architecture preferred.
• Minimum of (1) one year of full-time regulatory experience in any of the following areas: zoning, housing or general enforcement of ordinances or law enforcement or related field.
• Requires certification as a property maintenance inspector within 18 months of employment in accordance with the certification program of the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (VDHCD).
• Must successfully pass pre-employment testing for alcohol and controlled substances and a criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.

• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers; requires patience and skill in dealing with citizens on points of law and regulations that are not readily understood.
• May be subject to call-out in order to respond to calls for service after normal business hours.
• The incumbent 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.