Engineering Inspector II

Job Description:

Engineering Inspector II

Description

Engineering Inspector II

Department of Community Development

Full-Time, 12 Months

Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 30

VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible

Job Summary/Objective:

The Engineering Inspector II performs responsible field-inspection work in support of County Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) and Stormwater Management (SWM) programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Essential Functions:

• Interprets technical plans and specifications and performs field inspections to determine conformance with the County Water Protection Ordinance and specific project design criteria;
• Attends and coordinates job meetings with contractors, developers, engineers and the general public, as needed;
• Performs and maintains written reports of all inspections;
• Reports verbally significant problems promptly to supervisor;
• Enforces Water Protection Ordinance (Code Chapter 17);
• Meets with contractors, developers and engineers to evaluate and discuss field construction issues;
• Responds to citizen inquiries related to assigned active construction sites;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of terminology, practices and techniques of erosion and sediment control and stormwater management design standards and specifications;
• Knowledge of road, drainage and grading design and construction practices;
• Some knowledge of soils mapping, types and engineering properties and practices as related to road, drainage and erosion control projects;
• General knowledge of and maintain effective working relationships with County officials and the general public;
• Working knowledge of computers, tablets, Microsoft Office Suite tools, and other tools essential to the effective performance of this position;
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, engineers, and the general public to resolve conflicts;
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with contractors, developers, and the general public;
• Ability to effectively read and interpret construction documents, including ESC plans, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, Pollution Prevention Plans, and SWM plans;
• Ability to effectively enforce program VSMP/VESCP program inspection requirements.

Required Education and Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school;
  
• Minimum of three or more years of experience in construction;
  
• Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) ESC Inspector Certification within 1 year of hire;
  
• Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  

Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:

• DEQ ESC Plan Review.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Work frequently requires physical tasks, including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, with occasional handling of items weighing over 100 pounds;
• Work environment routinely exposes employee to potential major injuries, adverse weather with occasional exposures to hazardous substances;
• Ability to traverse difficult terrain, and maneuver within heavy construction zones;
• Regular contact with the public, development professionals, and other staff members.

Remote Work:

This position is not eligible for remote work. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Salary Range:

The hiring range for this position is $27.79 - $30.71 per hour (approx. $57,793 - $63,877 per year). Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full time, FLSA exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Application window closes Monday, February 2, 2026.

Virginia Values Veterans:

Albemarle County is a certified V3 organization.

EOE/EEO:

Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.