Public Works/Drainage - Stormwater Construction Inspector
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Location : Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 08600
Department: DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 04/01/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Function
The City of Hampton is seeking a dedicated Stormwater Construction Inspector to join our team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for performing a wide range of site inspections to ensure adherence to the Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Your work will directly support the maintenance and enhancement of critical city infrastructure. If you are looking for a work environment that will support your professional growth while playing a key role in sustaining Hampton's reputation as an ideal place to live, we invite you to apply!
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or successful completion of the 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 subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
Additional Requirements
- 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.
- Requires some duties to be performed outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
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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
- 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)
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's 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
- 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 - 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
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce. - Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
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Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have one (1) year of experience in stormwater construction projects?
- Yes
- No
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I have a minimum of two (2) years experience in the engineering, surveying, and/or construction field.
- Yes
- No
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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
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Do you currently have an Erosion & Sediment Control Certification from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)?
- Yes
- No
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I understand if I am not currently certified as a Stormwater Inspector with DEQ, I must become certified within 1 year of employment.
- Yes
- No
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This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
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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
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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
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I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.
- Yes
- No
Required Question
- Location:
- Hampton
- Job Type:
- FullTime