The Inspector II - Housing performs professional inspections for all development projects throughout the City. Evaluates Homeless Division housing, manages the Housing Home Repair program, checks quality of DHAP homes, supports lower level inspectors, and maintains paperwork and information.1 Inspects, reviews, and evaluates a wide range of housing developments, initiatives, and programs throughout the City; ensures all housing passes standard HQS inspection regulations and standards.
2 Checks and evaluates grounds, structures, exterior surfaces, windows, doors, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and all facets of housing construction; identifies and determines issues, non-compliant areas, or faulty construction.
3 Visits and inspects homeless housing sites; evaluates all aspects of housing and provides detailed paperwork on inspection findings.
4 Understands and communicates housing standards, regulations, and policies; assists and supports other Inspectors with challenging issues or construction problems.
5 Provides extensive evaluation and inspection for new housing construction; inspects and monitors infrastructure and performs consistent project inspections to ensure standards are maintained.
6 Drafts and prepares detailed documentation and paperwork for inspection and status of construction; documents inspection work on all housing projects and programs throughout the City.
7 Performs research and pulls related documents for compliance inquiries.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
EDUCATION:- High school diploma or GED.
- Four (4) years of experience in housing construction or construction trades related position such as carpentry, HVAC, plumbing or electrical which must have involved inspections, contracts, and budgeting.
- Associate degree or higher in construction, architecture, or engineering plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Valid driver's license with good driving record.
- Lead-based paint certification
2 Knowledge of commercial and residential construction standards
3 Knowledge of City housing programs and initiatives.
4 Ability to perform detailed inspections.
5 Ability to communicate and apply housing regulations and standards.
6 Ability to document inspection findings and create clear reports.
7 Ability to provide project management.
8 Ability to assist, support, and provide expertise to lower level staff.
9 Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range: amount offered will depend on qualifications.
For evaluation purposes, acceptable qualifying experience for all positions must have been in a paid capacity unless noted otherwise in the minimum qualifications for the posted position.
Additionally, 30+ hours per week will be counted as full-time employment and will receive full credit for the amount of time employed. A minimum of 15 through 29 work hours per week will be counted as part-time employment and will receive half credit for the amount of time employed.
Employment Type: Full-time