INSPECTOR

Tulsa Housing Authority•Tulsa, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Determine the suitability of dwellings for occupancy by Tulsa Housing Authority (THA) residents. Inspect Section 8 properties for compliance for PHA properties and Housing Quality Standards (HQS). Ensure compliance with THA administrative plan, city and state building codes, federal regulations. Joining our mission at Tulsa Housing means that you can make an impact right here in the Tulsa community, helping those who are most vulnerable to secure and maintain safe, decent housing. Leave your job at the end of the day knowing that you made a difference in the lives of those in need and that you are fighting against the chains of poverty that hold down so many families. When you combine such a rewarding mission with our incredible benefits package, that includes a low-cost employee only health insurance option and an 11% employer 401K contribution, you have one of the best places to work in Tulsa!

Requirements

A minimum of an Associates Degree and/or 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training as a general contractor in building housing for single and multiple occupancy and high rise complexes.
Must be fully knowledgeable of the application and content of applicable building codes.
Must have computer experience (Microsoft Word and Excel).
Must be organized, disciplined, and have the ability to efficiently plan a driving route and locate addresses around the City of Tulsa.
Must be familiar with the city of Tulsa or able to grasp city layout.
Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Yardi software preferred.

Responsibilities

Required to pass the Housing Quality Standards (HQS) exam within 90 days of employment if not already acquired at company cost.
Document deficiencies and/or substandard conditions that cause the property to be non-compliant with HUD regulations.
Inspect privately owned properties that will receive THA administered Section 8 assistance and ensure compliance of HQS, City and State building codes, THA administrative plan requirements. Document deficiencies and / or substandard conditions that cause the property to be non-compliant with these regulations.
Schedule additional inspections as required.
Maintain records and reports on inspections, conditions found and recommended actions.
Accept or reject Section 8 properties and inform the landlord, participant or property management of the deficiencies and non-compliance with regulations (HQS). Document the inspection on the THA computerized inspection system and issue notifications of the necessary repairs for HQS compliance to the landlord, participant, and Leasing Agent file. Complete standard inspection forms and must be able to answer questions regarding necessary action to bring property into compliance with HQS. Schedule additional inspections as required.
Receive request for various types of inspections to ensure Section 8 assisted properties are in compliance. These inspections are initial, compliant, emergency, and rent increase.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

401(k) w/ 11% company contribution
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
Short and Long-Term disability
paid vacation
sick and holidays
Principal 401(k) retirement plan with 11% THA contribution; employee also may contribute
Health plan (Blue Cross Blue Shield Oklahoma) available the beginning of the month after start date
Life insurance - 1.5x annual salary is paid for by THA
Fourteen (14) paid holidays
Company paid time off December 24th – January 1st
Annual leave accrual (0 – 3 years of service: 12 days per year; 4 – 6 years of service: 15 days per year)
Sick leave accrual (12 days a year)
Dental available the beginning of the month after start date
Vision available the beginning of the month after start date
low-cost employee only health insurance option