Housing Rehab Specialist

City of Davenport • Davenport, IA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty facilitating housing rehabilitation projects and performs related work as required. The starting hourly rate is $29.28, with a potential increase to $30.01 after six months. The City of Davenport offers a comprehensive benefit package, including a family medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan for $98.61 per month in 2026, starting on the first day of employment. Additional benefits include the Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plan, a 457 Deferred Compensation plan with a City contribution, 13 paid holidays, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience involving housing rehabilitation, housing construction, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must obtain a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment.
• Must obtain a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rental unit inspection certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment (NSPIRE, HQS, or HUD-approved equivalent).
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must reside in Iowa or Illinois within two (2) years of hire and maintain residency throughout employment.
• Good knowledge of building construction, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC methods.
• Good knowledge of labor and materials costs for residential construction and repair.
• Good knowledge of contract documents for construction bidding procedures.
• Considerable skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, employees, contractors, property owners, and tenants.
• Considerable skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Considerable skill in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Working skill in identifying housing rehabilitation needs and making recommendations using specific construction-related terminology.
• Working skill in preparing work write-ups, cost estimates, and contracts.
• Working skill in facilitating projects from application through construction completion.
• Working skill in navigating requirements of various departments (zoning, historic, public works, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Inspects housing units to identify areas needing rehabilitation, estimates costs, and determines feasibility.
• Prepares bid specifications, reviews bids, and prepares contracts, ensuring agreement by homeowner and contractor.
• Monitors work quality and progress, schedules final inspections, and authorizes contractor payments.
• Maintains work and inspection records.
• Engages with contractors on program requirements and maintains professional relationships with homeowners and contractors.
• Ensures communication between contractor and homeowner for satisfaction with completed work.
• Stays updated on building codes, policies, federal requirements, and construction costs.
• Provides information to the public on rehabilitation program objectives and procedures.
• Draws blueprints for Urban Homestead program houses.
• Oversees multi-unit construction and infrastructure projects to ensure Davis Bacon/Prevailing Wage compliance, Build America, Buy America (BABA), and Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Act requirements are met.
• Monitors projects to ensure they stay within budget and comply with federal, state, and local requirements.

Benefits

• Family medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan for $98.61 per month in 2026
• Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation plan with City contribution
• 13 paid holidays
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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