Site Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Site Inspector Job Description

As a Site Inspector, you will enforce adopted city ordinances, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance. You will conduct inspections of public rights-of-way and other public areas, serving as an enforcement officer. This role involves recommending approval of corrective proposals, coordinating contractor work, interpreting and explaining codes, rules, and regulations, and interacting with property owners, attorneys, architects, and other stakeholders to coordinate inspections and referrals.

• Recommend approval of corrective proposals.
• Coordinate contractor work.
• Interpret and explain codes, rules, and regulations.
• Correspond and meet with property owners, attorneys, architects, and other organizations.
• Review construction and demolition permits.
• Process liens for properties demolished or boarded due to unauthorized public uses.
• Maintain databases and files, generating reports as needed.
• Prepare, use, and serve court summons, subpoenas, citations, and administrative appeals.
• Research ownership data through legal documentation.
• Inspect properties for nuisance and environmental violations, unlawful vegetation, and unlawful vehicles.
• Attend mandatory in-house and local training.

• Environmental service
• Site assessment
• Inspection
• Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
• Eligibility for Virginia designation as 'Conservator of the Peace' (if assigned to property maintenance inspections)

• Associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate
• Three (3) or more years of related experience performing inspections and implementing environmental and enforcement plans
• Diplomacy in delivering customer service and public contact
• A high school diploma and five (5) or more years of inspection experience may be considered as an alternative qualification
• An equivalent combination of training and experience as approved by the department

The position requires working in public areas and involves inspecting a variety of environments for compliance with city ordinances. The role may require attending training sessions to stay updated on regulations and enforcement techniques. A valid driver's license is essential for travel to various inspection sites.

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.