HQS Inspector I

Brazos Valley Council of Governments•Bryan, TX

8d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing HQS Inspector I performs technical inspections and compliance activities to ensure assisted housing units meet HUD's National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) requirements and agency policies for the Housing Choice Voucher Program. The position conducts initial, biennial, complaint, special, and quality control inspections; evaluates rent reasonableness; documents inspection results; educates landlords and participants regarding housing requirements; and supports the program's goal of providing safe, decent, and sanitary housing while maintaining compliance with HUD regulations and SEMAP performance standards. The position requires daily travel within the seven-county jurisdiction of the Brazos Valley Council of Governments and reports to the Landlord Relations and Compliance Supervisor, under the direction of the Program Manager and/or their designee.

Requirements

Minimum requirement of high school diploma or GED.
Must have a valid driver’s license, liability insurance, and access to reliable transportation at all times while at work.
Must have the ability to earn certifications as required by assigned tasks.
Proficiently use various Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Skill in reading, interpreting, and applying HUD rules, regulations, BVCOG policies, and procedures.
Apply decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
Always project a professional image and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred in construction or a construction-related field (i.e. electrician, roofing, sheet rock).
Experience preference may be substituted for property management experience including responsibilities in unit preparation, unit repair and maintenance.
Preference will be given for associate degree or higher degree with major course work in social services, construction sciences, city, urban or regional planning, public policy, public relations, public administration, or a related field but not required.
Bilingual speaker and writer in English and Spanish preferred.
Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education, and work history verification.
Must have successfully completed and passed the Housing Choice Voucher NSPIRE-V Inspection Certification course by Nan McKay or another nationally recognized approved trainer within one year of assuming position.
Must have successfully completed and passed the HCV Customer Service Certification course by Nan McKay or another nationally recognized approved trainer within one year of assuming position.
Must complete a minimum of 24 hours of professional development training each year as part of this position.

Responsibilities

Schedule, conduct, and document initial, biennial, complaint, special, quality control, emergency, and reinspection activities in accordance with HUD regulations, agency policies, and inspection schedules.
Perform inspections using HUD inspection protocols and accurately document deficiencies, corrective actions, and inspection outcomes within the agency's housing management software.
Evaluate residential units for health, safety, habitability, and regulatory compliance while maintaining consistency and objectivity in inspection determinations.
Verify correction of failed inspection items and determine continued compliance with HUD inspection requirements.
Photograph, document, and maintain supporting records for inspection files as required.
Interpret and apply HUD regulations, agency policies, administrative plan requirements, and inspection standards when evaluating assisted housing units.
Recommend rent abatements, contract actions, or other program remedies when owners fail to correct deficiencies within required timeframes.
Maintain inspection records sufficient to support HUD monitoring, SEMAP reviews, audits, quality assurance reviews, and litigation when necessary.
Identify potential life-threatening deficiencies and ensure required notifications and follow-up inspections are completed within established timelines.
Conduct rent reasonableness determinations using HUD-approved methodologies and agency procedures.
Research local rental market conditions and maintain an accurate rent comparability database.
Recommend contract rents based upon market analysis, comparable units, location, amenities, and program requirements.
Review annual rent increase requests for compliance with HUD and agency requirements.
Provide professional, courteous, and timely customer service to landlords, tenants, applicants, contractors, and the public.
Educate owners and participants regarding inspection requirements, inspection deficiencies, repair expectations, and HUD program requirements.
Respond to inspection-related complaints, inquiries, and requests for technical assistance.
Maintain productive working relationships with landlords, property managers, local officials, contractors, and community partners.
Assist with SEMAP preparation, internal quality assurance activities, HUD monitoring reviews, audits, and special projects.
Cross-train with other Housing Department staff to ensure continuity of operations.
Assist with landlord outreach activities, educational workshops, and program presentations when assigned.
Participate in department meetings, professional development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.