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Plans Examiner, Senior*

Richmond, VA · On-site

$76.91K - $123.94K/yr

Civil Engineering VA DEQ Stormwater codes Chesapeake Bay Protection Area Program regulations Wetland permitting Engineering, drainage and utility design standards and practices Hydraulic Modeling ...

VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification * Nuclear Gauge Safety Training * ATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic ...

VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification * Nuclear Gauge Safety Training * ATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic ...

$93.31K - $106.04K/yr

VA DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector * Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control * OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety * Confined Space Entry Compensation ...

VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification * Nuclear Gauge Safety Training * ATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic ...

VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification * Nuclear Gauge Safety Training * ATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic ...

VA DEQ - Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection * VA DEQ - Stormwater Management (Inspector) Certification * Nuclear Gauge Safety Training * ATTSA Intermediate Work Zone Traffic ...

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How much do va deq jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for va deq in the United States is $40.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $52.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VA DEQ) Environmental Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Specialist at VA DEQ, you need a strong background in environmental science, regulatory compliance, and data analysis, typically with a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental monitoring tools, and state/federal environmental regulations is crucial. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are essential for protecting environmental quality, ensuring regulatory compliance, and effectively engaging with stakeholders.

What are some typical challenges faced by environmental inspectors at VA DEQ and how can they be addressed?

Environmental inspectors at VA DEQ often encounter challenges such as managing a diverse workload, staying updated on changing regulations, and effectively communicating findings to regulated entities. Fieldwork can involve variable schedules and travel to different sites, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. To overcome these challenges, inspectors rely on strong organizational skills, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with colleagues and the public to ensure environmental compliance and protection.

What is VA DEQ?

VA DEQ stands for the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. It is a state agency responsible for protecting and enhancing Virginia’s environment by administering laws and regulations related to air, water, and land quality. VA DEQ issues permits, monitors environmental conditions, enforces regulations, and provides information and assistance to businesses and the public. The agency plays a key role in ensuring that natural resources are managed sustainably and that environmental standards are maintained throughout Virginia.

What is the difference between Va Deq vs VA Deq?

AspectVa DeqVA Deq
CertificationsTypically requires state-specific licensing or certificationSimilar certifications, often overlapping with Va Deq
Work EnvironmentPrimarily office-based, working with government agenciesSimilar environment, often within government or contractor settings
Industry UsageUsed in government and defense sectors in VirginiaAlso used in Virginia government sectors, sometimes interchangeably
Job ResponsibilitiesFocuses on quality assurance and compliance for defense projectsSimilar responsibilities, emphasizing quality and compliance

Both Va Deq and VA Deq roles involve quality assurance and compliance within Virginia's defense and government sectors. They often require similar certifications and work environments, making them closely related but sometimes distinguished by specific agency or project focus.

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Plans Examiner, Senior*

City of Richmond

Richmond, VA • On-site

$76.91K - $123.94K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y. Respect. Equity

Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!. This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond

We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified Plans Examiner, Senior to ensure that the requirements for stormwater regulations, erosion and sediment control and Chesapeake Bay program regulations are met by engineers, developers, and owners of planned, new, and existing commercial and residential land development projects within the City. The selected incumbent will to review and approve civil plans for proposed development projects ensuring they meet environmental regulations imposed on the city.

Duties include but are not limited to Plan review Leading internal meeting to discuss issues with proposed development Regularly attend training to understand changing regulatory guidelines Assist external customers with questions about permitting process, ChesBay, floodplain, and stormwater management. Reviews Special Inspections completion packages for compliance with Chapter 17 of the Virginia Construction Code. Reports errors of non-compliance and reviews and approves Special Inspection daily report and final packages for code compliance on behalf of the City Of Richmond and the Building Official.

Schedules and facilitates special inspection project meetings with owners, contractors, architects, and engineers in a virtual setting for compliance with Chapter 17 of the Virginia Construction Code. Conducts site visits and inspections of commercial projects. Prepares written reports concerning inspections to contractors, owners, and plan designers.

Reviews documents, conducts code research, conducts site inspections for issuance of Certificates of Occupancies. Reviews permit applications and construction documents as assigned for compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC); conducts pre-construction meetings. Prepares written reports concerning plan reviews to contractors, owners, and plan designers.

Provides customer service by answering technical questions about codes, inspections, audits, etc. to walk-in customers; meets with and answers phone calls and emails from developers, architects, contractors, etc. Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, building construction, or related field 2-3 years of plan review experience Three years of architecture, engineering or plans reviewing experience preferred An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Professional Engineer or Architecture License preferred Requires a valid Driver's License and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire VA DEQ Dual Plan Review certification or equal within 1 year of hire PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS VA DEQ certified Stormwater Plan Reviewer, VA DEQ certified E & S Reviewer Engineer In Training KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some combination of the following): Civil Engineering VA DEQ Stormwater codes Chesapeake Bay Protection Area Program regulations Wetland permitting Engineering, drainage and utility design standards and practices Hydraulic Modeling VPDES Permitting VA DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control regulations DEQ Stormwater regulations FEMA Floodplain regulations Skills (some combination of the following): Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite Technical writing Reading and reviewing construction documents Reviewing multiple large construction documents at a time to meet deadlines Effective Customer service in person, writing and virtual Organizing Writing guidelines and manuals for customers and staff Abilities(some combination of the following): Assemble and disseminate complex information for others Interact with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, City employees and other external agencies to resolve any questions or differences Interact with the public and property owners Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear, and use wrists, hands, and fingers in repetitive movements. The employee is frequently required to balance, stoop, walk, finger (pick, pinch, type or otherwise work primarily with fingers), and occasionally required to climb, kneel, crouch, reach extending hands and arms in any direction, stand, lift and grasp.

In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects * Internal use: HR Generalist to review. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training

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