Public Works/Drainage - Construction Inspector

Public Works/Drainage - Construction Inspector

Salary

$46,726.00 - $84,105.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Drainage Maintenance, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09359

Department

DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

Join the City of Hampton as a Construction Inspector in the Drainage division of our Public Works department and help protect local waterways and the environment through effective stormwater management. This position performs a variety of site inspections to ensure compliance with the Citys Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Working under general supervision, you will evaluate construction and development sites, document findings, provide guidance on compliance requirements, and help safeguard water quality throughout the community. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are detail-oriented, enjoy fieldwork, and are committed to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.

Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduation or successful completion of GED.
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience in stormwater construction projects required.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in the construction, engineering, surveying or related field.
• Considerable knowledge of local and state construction and environmental codes and regulations.
• Some vocational training or college level courses in civil engineering, surveying or related field preferred.
• Training in riparian areas or construction of shoreline structures preferred.
• Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control Certification at time of employment.
• Certification from DEQ for Stormwater Inspector required within one (1) year of employment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

Additional Requirements

• Requires some duties to be performed outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the ICMA-RC website.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the Citys workforce.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

01

Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have one (1) year of experience in stormwater construction projects? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have two (2) years experience in construction, engineering, surveying or related field? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.

• Yes
• No

04

Which of the following best describes your knowledge of local and state construction and environmental codes and regulations?

• No knowledge
• Basic knowledge
• Considerable knowledge
• Extensive knowledge

05

Are you currently certified as an Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)?

• Yes
• No

06

I understand if I am selected for this position I will be expected to obtain a certification from DEQ for Stormwater Inspector within one (1) year of employment.

• Yes
• No

07

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

09

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the Citys current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

10

This position requires the ability to work in adverse weather conditions, night or day, including extreme heat or cold and under work conditions which may be disagreeable and potentially dangerous. Are you willing to accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr