Zoning & Code Compliance Inspector

PublicServiceCareers; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification training

Health insurance

Virginia Retirement System

Recreation center membership

Job summary

The Town of Leesburg is seeking a proactive and service-oriented professional to join the Department of Community Development. This role focuses on advanced technical functions including case management, field inspections, and zoning analysis, with an emphasis on excellent customer service.

Candidate should have a High School Diploma, with preferred Bachelors in planning or related fields and Virginia zoning credentials. A valid driver’s license and willingness to learn are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in planning, law enforcement, public administration or related field is preferred.
• One year of related work experience in enforcement for another jurisdiction is preferred.
• Virginia Certified Zoning Official/Certified Zoning Administrator is preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical functions to the Department of Community Development with emphasis on customer service.
• Perform case management, field inspections, violation enforcement, public communication, zoning analysis, and permitting review.
• Analyze legislative entitlements, zoning permits, and site plan approvals to conduct inspections.
• Respond to public concerns and educate applicants on processes.
• Answer questions about the Town’s development policies and regulations.

Skills

Creative problem solver

Proactive self-starter

Life-long learner

Strong team player

Excellent customer service

Effective communicator

Desire to impart knowledge

Early adopter of new technologies

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in planning, law enforcement, public administration or related field

Virginia Certified Zoning Official or Certified Zoning Administrator

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Job description

The Town of Leesburg is seeking a proactive and service-oriented professional to join the Department of Community Development. This role focuses on advanced technical functions including case management, field inspections, and zoning analysis, with an emphasis on excellent customer service.

Candidate should have a High School Diploma, with preferred Bachelors in planning or related fields and Virginia zoning credentials. A valid driver’s license and willingness to learn are required.