We are immediately hiring for a Section 8 Housing Inspector. To be considered for this position you must have at least three years in housing, building code, or construction. A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required. An Nspired Certification is strongly preferred. If you meet all requirements listed please apply!
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The position is responsible for a wide range of inspection duties in support of the Housing Choice Voucher program operations. The Housing Inspector may perform regular inspections, special inspections, rent reasonable determinations and market analyses. Reports to the Section 8 Director.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs and documents initial, annual, and special inspections of units in the Voucher programs for compliance with the Housing Quality Standards (HQS).
- Performs re-inspections when needed.
- Advises owners and residents of inspection results and encourages all parties to maintain units properly.
- Confirms that unit is the size noted on the contract and which utilities are provided by the owner and tenant.
- Notifies owner and resident in writing of specific HQS violations so deficiencies can be corrected within the time specified by HUD and NEWCA Administrative Policy.
- Conducts rent reasonableness comparability analyses and recommends amount of contract rent and rent increases based on comparable unassisted housing in the neighborhood.
- Investigates and documents owner and resident complaints.
- Refers information to the department staff and the Section8 Director.
- Determines whether the owner, resident, or both are responsible for units failing HQS, based upon observable evidence, experience and HUD regulations.
- When units fail the HQS inspection, recommendation abatement of Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) or termination of housing assistance, as appropriate.
- Practices good customer service skills and professional courtesy in the performance of duties.
- Inform Section 8 Director of situations resulting in owners’ or residents’ noncompliance with HAP contract, lease or NEWCA, Inc. Administrative policies.
- Performs clerical duties associated with inspections such as typing, computer data entry, copying, preparing correspondence, and maintaining files for all types of inspections.
- Submits monthly performance reports as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of HUD HQS, inspection procedures, NSPIRE, and Housing Choice Voucher Program policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations and policies governing NEWCA, Inc and Housing Choice Voucher Programs.
- Knowledge of basic real estate principles.
- Knowledge of basic housing and building codes required for the program.
- Knowledge of the function and scope of fair market rents and the principles and practices of determining and documenting rent reasonableness.
- Knowledge of general office practices and procedures, business English and basic mathematics.
- Skilled in basic research techniques.
- Ability to plan and prioritize duties.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and landlords as well as other employees.
- Successful completion of HUD HQS training
- Successful completion of NSPIRE Training and Passing Exam
COMPLEXITY / SCOPE OF WORK:
- Performs relatively complex work requiring a deep understanding of building conditions, the HUD Housing Quality Standards, NSPIRE Protocol, basic research methods, and rent reasonableness.
- Performs routine duties by established procedure or referring to written guidelines, such as NEWCA, Inc., HQS Guidebooks, NSPIRE Protocol, handbooks, desk references and existing records.
- The guidelines cover most job-related situations, but the individual may occasionally be required to use independent judgment in making decisions.
- The employee performs a moderate number of routine and generally related tasks. Instructions to the employee may be general or specific in nature.
- Courses of action are determined by established procedures and/or the immediate supervisor.
- The individual work is reviewed periodically for accuracy, completion, and compliance with the policies and procedures.
- Tasks may occasionally have to be coordinated, integrated, and/or prioritized.
- The individual refers to NEWCA, Inc. policy and HUD guidelines, Federal Mandates, and to NEWCA, Inc. contractual agreement as an independent contractor, personnel policies and procedures in performing work.
- The individual efforts affect NEWCA, Inc.’s ability to earn administrative fees and to obtain additional vouchers and funding.
GUIDELINES:
- Most work is performed according to existing procedures or written guidelines, such as HUD regulations, handbooks, desk references, or existing records.
- These guidelines cover most job-related situations although the independent contractor or individual is required to use independent judgment in making decisions.
- If guidelines do not cover a situation, the independent contractor or individual consults the Section 8 Director.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
- Independent contractor or individual does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
PERSONAL CONTACTS:
- The independent contract or individual has continual contact with other employees, program participants, and landlords.
- Most contacts are structured in nature, and the independent contractor or individual is expected to use normal tact and professional courtesy.
- Occasionally, a contact may be uncooperative or antagonistic, and the independent contractor or individual would be expected to use above-average tact and courtesy.
- Failure to respond courteously could adversely affect the public’s opinion of the program and the NEWCA, Inc.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The independent contractor or individual work involves some sedentary office work, combined with physical exertion, driving around Nash and Edgecombe Counties to conduct physical inspection of buildings and housing units.
- This can include climbing stairs and ladders, visible observation into attics and basements, and examining plumbing, heating, electrical and cooling systems, facilities and equipment.
- Additionally, there is some degree of stress resulting from contact with applicants, participants, landlords, the public and employees.
- The work involves the normal risks and discomforts associated with an office, as well as visits to inspect the interior and exterior of rental facilities.
- Travel to sites is required, which may involve adverse weather and traffic.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field preferred.
- Three (3) years’ experience in positions involving housing or building codes or construction.
- One (1) year of education experience may be substituted for the experience requirement on a one-to-one basis for up to 2 years.
- Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
All employee compensation, including wages, salaries, and the accrual, use, and payout of annual leave, is expressly contingent upon the availability and continuation of government funding. In the event that government funding is reduced, delayed, suspended, or unavailable, the organization reserves the right to modify, delay, or suspend pay and annual leave benefits in accordance with applicable laws and contractual obligations.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Building Code: 3 years (Preferred)
- Section 8 Housing Inspector: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Nspire Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
