Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Housing Inspector and play a vital role in ensuring safe, compliant, and well-maintained housing environments. In this dynamic position, you will assess residential properties, enforce housing regulations, and collaborate with landlords, tenants, and community partners to promote healthy living conditions. Your expertise will help uphold standards that protect residents’ rights and foster vibrant communities. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives through thorough inspections and proactive engagement.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive inspections of residential properties to verify compliance with local, state, and federal housing regulations, including Fair Housing laws and Section 8 program requirements.
- Evaluate properties for health, safety, structural integrity, and habitability standards using established protocols.
- Review landlord-tenant agreements and ensure adherence to Landlord-Tenant Law during property assessments and dispute resolutions.
- Collaborate with property management teams to address violations or deficiencies identified during inspections, providing guidance on corrective actions.
- Utilize property management software such as Yardi or OneSite to document inspection findings, maintain accurate records, and track compliance status.
- Engage in negotiation with landlords or tenants when resolving issues related to housing conditions or legal disputes.
- Apply crisis intervention skills when addressing urgent situations involving distressed tenants or unsafe properties, ensuring safety for all parties involved.
- Stay informed about updates in LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) regulations, Fair Housing regulations, and other relevant policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Conduct outreach activities to educate residents and landlords about their rights under Fair Housing laws and available resources.
- Participate in ongoing training related to social work practices, addiction counseling, motivational interviewing techniques, and crisis management to better serve diverse populations.
Qualifications
- Proven experience or education in housing inspection, property management, social work, or related fields; experience with LIHTC programs is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of Landlord-Tenant Law, Fair Housing regulations, Section 8 housing policies, and property maintenance standards.
- Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to facilitate agreements between multiple parties effectively.
- Demonstrated ability in crisis intervention and crisis management techniques to handle emergency situations professionally.
- Familiarity with property management software such as Yardi or OneSite for recordkeeping and compliance tracking.
- Effective communication skills for engaging with tenants, landlords, community partners, and regulatory agencies.
- Ability to interpret legal documents and technical reports accurately while maintaining attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license preferred; willingness to travel within assigned areas for inspections is essential. Join us in creating safer homes and stronger communities! This role offers the chance to utilize your expertise in housing regulations while making a meaningful impact on residents’ lives through diligent inspection work combined with compassionate social engagement.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
