Residential Combination Inspector

Residential Combination Inspector

Salary

$31.96 - $58.88 Hourly

Location

Woodbridge, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610898

Department

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Division

BUILDING DEVELOPMENT

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B25

Hiring Salary

31.18-$38.61 per hour

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Prince William County's Department of Development Services is offering creative, challenging, and rewarding work as a Residential Combination Inspector. We are looking for motivated professionals who will take the lead and solve problems.

The Department of Development Services promotes partnership between staff and customers through effective, efficient development processes to ensure compliance with building regulations. We are looking for customer-service-minded individuals for our Inspections Branch to provide high-quality service to our customers while embracing their essential role as "first preventers." This position offers paid training and County-sponsored educational opportunities!

About This Role:

• Perform residential and commercial construction inspections
• Conduct project research
• Write inspections reports
• Perform data entry into the EnerGov Permitting System
• Assist customers in navigating the different programs required for permitting and inspecting construction-related projects
• Brainstorm different approaches to resolve customer issues

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or G.E.D. and 3 years of related experience.

Preferences:

• 3 or more years of construction and/or building code experience
• Experience inspecting residential and/or commercial structures to applicable code standards
• Certified in at least one building trade
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with standard office software
• Familiarity with applicable codes and the ability to interpret and apply them accurately.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and/or blueprints
• Valid Driver's License and ability to pass a DMV check

Work Schedule:

This position works a standard Monday-Friday schedule, working 37.5 hours per week. This position does not offer any telework availability

Special Requirements:

• Successful completion of a DMV Check
• Successful completion of a Pre-Employment Physical
• Must become certified by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Technical Assistant to the Building Official within 18 months of employment and certified as a Virginia Residential Combination Inspector within 36 months of employment.

Starting Salary Range: $31.18-$38.61 per hour

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

This position requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. Please indicate your highest level of completed education.

• Bachelors Degree or higher
• Associates Degree
• High school diploma/ G.E.D.
• None of the above

03

This position requires 3 years of related experience. Please select your number of years of experience.

• 3 or more years of experience
• Less than 3 years of experience
• No experience

04

Please select the option that best describes your work experience in building construction and/or building codes.

• 4 or more years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• Less than 3 years of experience
• No experience in this area

05

This role calls for residential construction experience. Which types of construction have you worked with? Select all that apply.

• Residential new construction - Building and trades.
• Remodel - Building and trades
• Commercial - Building and trades
• Residential - Building trades
• Design - Building trades

06

This position requires the selected candidate to become certified by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Technical Assistant to the Building Official within 18 months of employment and certified as a Virginia Residential Combination Inspector within 36 months of employment. Select the areas in which you are currently certified. Select all that apply.

• Residential Building Inspector
• Residential Electrical Inspector
• Residential Plumbing Inspector
• Residential Mechanical Inspector
• Commercial any trade Inspector

07

The selected candidate will be able to read and interpret construction plans/documents. Please select the choices that reflect the types of plans/documents you have experience reading and interpreting. Select all that apply.

• Residential Plans/Documents
• Commercial Plans/Documents
• Industrial Plans/Documents
• Product manufacturers' installation instructions

08

Which building codes are you familiar with? Select all that apply.

• VUSBC
• NEC
• IRC/VRC
• IMC
• IFGC
• IPC
• IBC

09

Please indicate the computer software and database programs with which you have professional experience. Select all that apply.

• Outlook
• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• EnerGov
• IG Inspect

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers