Housing Inspector

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

8d•$62,795 - $94,203•Hybrid

About The Position

Milwaukee County is seeking authentic individuals to join their team and make a difference in the community. Milwaukee County oversees a wide range of operations, including airport services, behavioral health, child support, court operations, law enforcement, human services, parks, public safety, public works, fleet operations, transportation, and the zoo. They are also dedicated to serving seniors and individuals with disabilities, as well as veterans. Their employees are committed to meeting the diverse needs of the community. Milwaukee County offers a variety of interesting jobs and provides a competitive benefits package. They are looking for "Changemakers" to join their diverse and versatile community, redefining the perception of Milwaukee County.

Requirements

Must be a current resident of the State of Wisconsin
Current Wisconsin Driver's License and access to a reliable insured vehicle; both maintained throughout employment
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with at least three (3) to five (5) years of experience in housing, construction, or a journey level trade.
Associate degree in Construction or closely related field with at least one (1) to three (3) years of experience in housing, construction, or a journey level trade.
Possess at least a basic level of experience with Microsoft Office programs to include Excel, Word, Outlook
Able to travel within the community up to 50% of the time
Able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 30lbs as needed
Knowledge of the regulations governing subsidized programs such as HUD
Knowledge of work processing applications
Ability to operate a personal computer
Ability to prioritize and organize workload
Ability to determine rental subsidies
Ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form
Ability to secure confidential information
Ability to perform calculations to determine eligibility
Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with staff members, government officials, case managers and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Basic level of experience with tools used for inspecting and lead sampling
Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code Inspector and Wisconsin Lead Risk Assessor or Hazard Investigator. Note: must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive inspection of residential properties to prepare scopes of work for projects, including construction, electrical, plumbing, lead hazard abatement work (including lead risk assessments), and accessibility work (architectural barrier removal).
Uses field inspection notes, measurements, and photographs to generate written scopes of work.
Performs necessary environmental record review for HUD funded projects.
Reviews scopes and bids with property owners and determines the amount of funding to be requested and prepares files for loan review.
Prepares contracts between property owner and contractor. Prepares loan documents and conducts loan closings. Arranges contract signings and pre-construction conferences.
Performs interim and final inspections to assure compliance with approved plans, building codes, County Home Repair specifications, and manufacturers’ standards; directs contractors to redo work, use different materials or methods when work does not comply with standards.
Provides programs outreach to municipal partners and through other agencies. Fields questions from clients about the Program over the phone and in person.
Monitors change orders, contract time extensions, and contractor job performance. Troubleshoots problems at jobsites and recommends solutions. Provides technical assistance over the phone and on the job site.
Prepares project-related reports and correspondence for agency representatives, homeowners, and elected officials. This may include using Neighborly software.
Travel within the community approximately 50% of work time.