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Code Compliance Inspector
- Building
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Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Position Details
Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Code Compliance Inspector
- Building
Job Type Full Time
Posting Type Public
Number of Vacancies 1
Department
DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division
DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number 2026285
Number of hours worked per week 40
Work Schedule Monday
Friday:
7:30am- 4:00pm Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement R
- Routine
Pay Grade GE08
Pay Basis Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary Starting Range
- $46,995
- $62,269 Actual starting salary rate depends on education and relevant experience. Job Description Our Development & Permits department is seeking a dynamic, motivated Building Code Compliance Inspector who enjoys spending time in the field. The successful candidate for the Building Code Compliance Inspector will be able to do the following:
- Perform daily building field inspections on residential and commercial structures in assigned areas to verify compliance with the State codes for the New Construction division.
- Respond to complaints regarding improper building construction
- Ability to work within the work group by fostering good communication and exchange of ideas.
- Communicate the requirements of the codes in a clear and efficient manner.
- Building Code Compliance Inspector will have the ability to integrate the Department and City policies into normal day to day activities.
- Enjoys working with citizens to help resolve issues and complete projects.
- Earn promotions by becoming cross-trained and certified in multiple disciplines.
- Complete all required state training and pass certification exam(s) within 18 month of hire.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in urban planning, environmental health/studies, engineering, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies Preferred Qualifications Hands on experience within the field of building construction of residential and commercial structures.
Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 06/11/2026
Job Close Date 06/25/2026
Open Continuous No
Special Instructions to Applicants Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light
- Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands C = Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
- Never occurs. Standing Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Bending Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Climbing Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Vehicles, computer, copiers, other general office equipment. Protective Equipment Required Hard hat, hard soled shoes, googles.
Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month
Chemical Hazards N = Never
Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week
Fire Hazards M = Several Times Per Month
Explosives N = Never
Communicable Diseases N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never
Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration M = Several Times Per Month
Fumes and Odors M = Several Times Per Month
Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
- Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations Rarely
- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously
- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally
- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently
- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) No
Professional References
Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 4
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
- Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards?
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Yes
No