HOUSING REHAB INSPECTOR

Madison County Government • Edwardsville, IL

5d • $25 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs housing rehabilitation inspections in conformance to the Housing, Weatherization and Rehabilitation Programs. This role involves conducting detailed inspections of properties to ensure compliance with program regulations and housing standards, determining the scope of necessary rehabilitation work, and overseeing the process from initial assessment to final contract closure.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent with additional training in construction trades or related field
• Two (2) years related experience
• A valid driver's license
• HUD related inspection certification required – Training and exam will be provided by the County upon employment.
• TCP/BPI Certification required – travel and overnight stay required to complete training and certification exam. Training, lodging and exams will be provided by the County upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs housing inspections in conformance to Program regulations and guidelines for eligible applicants
• Contacts property owners and schedules inspection appointment
• Inspects house to determine nature and scope of work required to correct code violations and fulfill housing standards
• Discusses problems with owners
• Describes work methods and installation required
• Measures interior/exterior
• Photographs dwelling
• Prepares scope of work
• Determines feasibility of project
• Recommends rehabilitation or other alternatives, rejection, etc.
• Prepares a drawing of residence describing interior/ exterior dimensions
• Identifies specific target areas of repair
• May review contractor bids and recommends selection of contractor to complete the work
• Performs in-progress inspections to ensure contractual compliance and adherence to quality standards
• Resolves discrepancies between contractors and homeowners
• Enforces contract obligations
• Recommends pay-outs to contractors for work performed
• Performs final inspection for closing of the contract
• Resolves discrepancies and enforces contract
• Performs follow-up inspection
• Approves closing of contract
• Receives and refers inquiries
• Provides information concerning Program
• Conducts HUD related inspections as needed
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Benefits

• Competitive wages on a step plan with guaranteed increases based on years of service.
• Complete health insurance benefits package with Medical & Prescription, HSA & FSA, Dental and Vision.
• Retirement contributions via the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension.
• Eight-hour workday, which includes a one-hour, paid lunch.
• 14 paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident & Critical Illness coverage.
• Paid time off in the form of Vacation and Sick days that begin accruing day one.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

What This Job Offers

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