Housing Inspector - Part Time

CGI Deutschland

128d • $31,500 - $75,500

About The Position

CGI Federal, a wholly owned subsidiary of CGI and a federal contractor serving the IT and business processes needs of public housing agencies throughout the US, has an opening for a Housing Inspector in Long Island, NY. The HQS Inspector is responsible for conducting housing inspections in compliance with HUD guidelines. This position is located in Long Island, NY.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of directly related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of local building codes, construction methods (new and rehabilitation) and housing systems (electrical, plumbing, heating).
• Experience in the fields of Public Housing, Building Maintenance, Real Estate, Building Inspections, Code Enforcement or the equivalent of education and experience, Licensed Home Inspector (preferred).
• Must be able to demonstrate diplomacy when dealing with housing applicants, residents, property owners, real estate agencies and staff.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, as well as effective negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be PC literate and able to effectively use MS Word, Excel and Outlook and hand-held electronic devices.
• Must possess a valid driver license, a good driving record and meet all state insurance requirements.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle to conduct daily field work and be available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Inspector's must be able to pay business expenses up front and then be reimbursed within a reasonable length of time per CGI's expense policy.
• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the fields of Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, Real Estate, Building Inspections is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and negotiation skills, good organizational skills, detail-oriented.
• Self-starter that can work independently to assure completion of daily work assignments.
• Licensed Home Inspector (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, evaluate and document housing conditions of rental assistance clients.
• Ensure that all assigned annual and new units are inspected timely and cited HQS violations are brought into compliance within given time frames.
• Follow-up on all inspections to determine if required work has been completed properly and within specified time constraints.
• Educate program participants, appropriate agencies, and the general public entities concerning HQS and client-specific regulations, policies and procedures.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding HQS and other inspection related matters.
• Participate effectively within and across teams to solve issues and deliver quality service to client, owners, agents and participants.
• Clearly and accurately document specific information pertaining to each dwelling unit.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Inspections Supervisor and provide adequate coverage in other areas as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED