Housing Inspector

OKLAHOMA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • $34,564 - $51,845 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the inspection of dwelling units, reporting the findings and recommending courses of action to resolve areas of concern. Inspects dwelling units in accordance with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Quality Standards and National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and reports findings to the Housing Inspector II. Assists, at the time of the inspection, in notifying dwelling unit owners of corrections needed. Gives inspection reports to the Inspection Clerk who prepares and sends written notification to owners/tenants of required corrections. Prepares and maintains all required work logs and written reports. Conducts annual re-inspections and reexamination applications. Briefs owners and/or tenants on procedures and operations of the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Certifies rent requested by the owner is reasonable.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity and experience with basic computer principles and usage.
• Capable of reading and interpreting HUD Housing Quality Standards.
• Versatile, well organized with the ability to communicate effectively with people.
• Ability to meet the public and work with and understand the special problems of the disadvantaged.
• Possess a valid Oklahoma Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to retain proprietary information as confidential.
• Ability to comply with Authority attendance policies.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience in the housing industry or equivalent inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspects dwelling units in accordance with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Quality Standards and National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and reports findings to the Housing Inspector II.
• Assists, at the time of the inspection, in notifying dwelling unit owners of corrections needed.
• Gives inspection reports to the Inspection Clerk who prepares and sends written notification to owners/tenants of required corrections.
• Prepares and maintains all required work logs and written reports.
• Conducts annual re-inspections and reexamination applications.
• Briefs owners and/or tenants on procedures and operations of the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
• Certifies rent requested by the owner is reasonable.

What This Job Offers

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