The City of Richmond, Department of Planning & Development Review is currently seeking a well-motivated individual with a wealth of knowledge in residential and commercial plumbing to serve as an Inspection Field Supervisor.

Duties

• Performs in-field case reviews. Periodically, re-inspects work to determine if proper action is being taken. Initiates new cases.

• Coordinates actions with other departments and vendors. As assigned, may schedule and perform work-unit specific inspections.

• Interprets and implements local and state regulations.

• Performs case reviews, manages/assigns case load work, and provides general oversight of work product and work activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and federal/state/local laws.

• Prioritizes cases and assures all investigative options have been utilized and that data entry is complete and correct.

• Supervises paraprofessional and support staff.

• Assigns scheduling for inspections and other tasks. Assigns on-call employees; reviews, verifies, and approves timecards, leave requests, etc;

• Conducts training/discussions to facilitate knowledge/professional growth, prepares performance evaluations or reports.

• Performs data entry. Keys data of investigations into system.

• As assigned, performs systems automation and testing duties to test for systems issues, verify computer program changes, and provide other computer-related assistance.

• Collects, compiles, and assembles data. Reviews, prepares, and creates reports, as-built, or other documentation and ensures accuracy and correctness of information.

• Performs routine administrative and customer support duties such as responding to voicemails/emails, issues, or concerns from external and internal customers, and preparing for and attending staff meetings.

• As assigned, may compile, record, and file incoming work orders and job plans, process daily pay tickets, and make copies. May represent the City in Code hearings and may speak before Boards and other groups.

• Inspection principles and practices

• Construction principles and practices

• Familiarity with Emergency Situational Training

• Standard equipment and tools used in construction

• Standard inspection equipment 

• New permitting application processes 

• Knowledge sufficient to read/interpret permits to determine total load and size of the proper regulator

• Thorough knowledge of regulations and code enforcement

• Government process related to construction and inspection

• As assigned, American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards and conformation to Virginia Department of Health (VDH) regulations regarding new main installations and repairs of existing mains

• Computer Proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and database management software

• Technological proficiency, including systems testing and trouble-shooting

• Scheduling and planning

• Customer service

• People management

• Collaboration and team building

• Leadership

• Oral and written communication

• Read and interpret applicable codes and regulations

• Visually inspect sites to confirm compliance with codes and regulations

• Schedule third party contractors for a variety of issues 

• Instruct, teach, and train others

• Manage time effectively

• Problem solve

• High school graduation or GED

• Associate's Degree in engineering, building construction, or a related field is preferred 

• Four years of inspection and/or plan review experience

• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification