Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, June 5, 2023.

Reviews permit applications and construction documents for the construction, alteration, repair and change of use of public and private buildings and structures within Henrico County for compliance with various State, County, and national regulations and codes; does related work as required. Incumbents in this class works closely with architects, engineers, and contractors in plans review and in resolving problems.

Reviews permit applications and construction documents for the construction, alteration, repair and change of use of public and private buildings and structures within Henrico County for fire protection features, and fire and life safety systems provisions of the Virginia Construction Code and applicable referenced standards. Examples of the review responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the assessment of building heights and areas; construction materials; occupancy classifications; means of egress; accessibility; fire suppression, fire alarm and smoke control systems; wall, ceiling and floor interior finish ratings; fire-resistance rated walls, barriers, partitions, floors, roofs, ceilings; penetrations and opening protectives, etc.

Additional duties may include visiting construction sites, including the more complex construction projects, to ensure assigned projects are completed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and approved specifications.

Assignments afford opportunities for independent judgment in planning work and making technical determinations.

Recognizes and troubleshoots problems; identifies, selects, and implements appropriate solutions.

May consult with higher level engineers and supervisor for unusual issues.

May train and/or supervise construction inspectors.

Serves as the subject matter expert providing policy interpretation and technical assistance on project issues for County agencies, the County Board, residents, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the projects.

Requires the ability to monitor and inspect complex projects of varying size, scope and impact and work with diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and complete projects according to specifications and within approved budgets.

Advises architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors of revisions in plans, alterations or repairs essential for compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Performs related assigned duties as required.

Requires competent proficiency with software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and the ability to learn and use the department’s permitting, inspection, and document management software applications.

Graduation from high school or GED, bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or related field preferred and five (5) years of related experience, including the interpretation and enforcement of codes; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

May require a valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various job-related locations.

Certifications as a Commercial Building Plans Examiner and Commercial Building Inspector in accordance with the Virginia Certification Standards (VCS) administered by the VA Department of Housing and Community Development.

Additional certifications may be required based on duties assigned to the position or revision to the VCS.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, June 5, 2023.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.