Community Housing Inspector

City of Irving • City of Irving, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Irving's Housing and Redevelopment division helps provide housing-related and social services to stabilize neighborhoods and to help reduce the effects of poverty on Irving residents through the U.S. Department of Housing Urban Development (HUD) funds. Some of the responsibilities of the Housing and Redevelopment division include: Manage the home restoration program. Administer the down payment assistance program. Help construct and rehabilitate affordable homes in the community. Provide social services. Provide homeless services. The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some vocational or technical training related to construction methods or building inspections
• A minimum of three years relevant experience
• Lead-based paint certification or the ability to obtain within one year
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Completing detailed property assessments and work plans for grant funded home restoration projects and housing construction, including site visits and dialogue with owners.
• Conducting walk through events for project bidding processes.
• Supervising general contractors, sub-contractors, builders, and/or developers (including CHDOs) via telephone and site visits, and assisting them in following city processes, ensuring project milestones are met.
• Resolving conflicts between contractors and homeowners.
• Ensuring compliance with rehab policies and lead regulations by following HUD guidelines.
• Conducting lead based paint risk assessments and clearance tests.
• Coordinating timely completion of emergency repair work that threatens life, health, and/or safety of owners.
• Conducting Housing Quality Standard inspections where necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED