HQS Inspector

Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority•Las Vegas, NV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNVRHA) is recruiting HQS Inspectors to join our team. SNRHA provides affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households through its public and affordable housing programs. Our team is comprised of 200+ committed and caring professionals who support our mission and the clients and communities we serve. Our success is built upon the contributions of our valued employees. If relocating from out-of-state, more than its famous Strip, which provides endless entertainment opportunities for locals and tourists, Las Vegas, Nevada also offers a family-friendly environment with wonderful neighborhoods, affordable living, warm weather, outdoor wonders (hiking, climbing, snow-skiing, boating, sightseeing, and more), professional sports, and world-class restaurants. Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and a few hour’s drive to beach destinations in Southern California, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and national parks and ski resorts in Utah. Nevada is among the most tax-friendly states in the U.S., with residents enjoying no state income tax, county income tax, inheritance tax, and lower property taxes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of relevant experience in housing inspection, housing code enforcement, property management, or residential building maintenance/repair.
Valid Nevada State-issued Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, crisis management, time management, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with a housing authority, government agency, or property management firm.
Possession of the Housing Quality Standards certification.
Experience working with vulnerable populations.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certified

Responsibilities

Conducts initial, annual, and special inspections of units to ensure proper condition and compliance.
Prepares paperwork and various types of reports to post pass or fail inspections; enters information into a computer for recording; documents inspection outcomes.
Review issues with property owners to resolve any problems/issues to satisfaction.
Conducts follow-up phone calls for complaints and tenant issues; investigates claims.
Ensures rent reasonableness is completed timely and complies with HUD regulations and organizational policies and procedures.
Advises and assists property owners and tenants with maintenance needs; issues default notices; conducts re-inspections.
Conduct market rental surveys to establish rent for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program.
Identify and report any HUD violations.
Ensure contracts are signed by owners and delivered to administrative staff.
Work overtime as needed.

Benefits

3-day weekend
free parking
2 weeks vacations (years 1 and 2)
13 sick days
13 paid holidays, including your birthday
medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% employer paid (employee only)
health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
life and long-term disability insurance (employer paid)
457B Deferred Compensation Plan
Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) – 100% Employer-Funded or Employee/Employer-Funded (50%/50%)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
voluntary employee benefits options
Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified individuals, pursuant to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.