Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county's future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county's land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as "first preventers." Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.

Under the supervision of the assigned Supervising Engineering Inspector, Site Development and Inspections Division (SDID), Land Development Services (LDS) inspects site construction and associated public improvements to ensure conformance with county standards and land development regulations. Issues written notice of violations of County Codes that pertain to land disturbing activity, Stormwater management (SWM) and Erosion Sediment Control (E&S) and lawn and grass areas. Provides legal testimony in court regarding land disturbing activities and development projects in the County. Serves as the LDS representative on construction sites. Communicates development regulations to contractors, developers, engineers, other governmental agencies and citizens. Complies with LDS's safety program and guidelines. Position requires incumbent to operate a motor vehicle to drive to/from construction sites, offsite meetings, training and/or conferences. Complies with county, agency, and job specific training, including but limited to Emergency Management and Safety related courses.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Reviews plans, specifications and sites for construction projects;
• Inspects underground drains, metal and concrete pipe drains, culverts, sanitary sewer lines, manholes, catch basins, and water lines;
• Inspects street and road construction including subgrading, placing of materials and rock, oiling and placing of final surfaces;
• Investigates complaints;
• Makes check by measurement to see that necessary lines, grades and elevations are followed and that structures are of proper dimensions;
• Conducts final inspections and gives approval after corrections are made;
• Completes daily progress and approval reports, and keeps a construction diary.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of the materials and methods used in paving streets and in laying sewer pipe;
• Knowledge of cement, asphalt, concrete, and brick laying methods;
• Knowledge of surveying;
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications;
• Ability to keep records and make drawings and reports;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing;
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, County officials, public and private sector organizations, customers, and the general public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from high school or GED; and three years of construction experience, preferably in the inspection field.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid driver's license
• DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Project Inspector certification - completion of first required training class within 12 months of hire and certification required within 12 months of date of completion of first required class.
• DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector certification - completion of first required training class within 12 months of hire and certification required within 12 months of date of completion of first required class.

• Knowledge and experience in land development or construction.
• Experience dealing with citizen, stakeholders, and/or developers.
• Experience in record management and electronic records.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction and site-related plans.
• Strong communication skills; excellent organization skills; and strong ability to multi-task.
• Experience using Microsoft Office computer software.