Manager, Inspections

Housing Authority of Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

2d•$75,915 - $87,276

About The Position

Founded in 1937, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) has kept the promise of public housing alive by maintaining and modernizing its buildings and enriching the lives of its residents through innovative social services, recreational and educational programs, and job training initiatives. The primary purpose of this position is to provide responsible supervisory leadership and technical assistance in ensuring the completion of all required housing inspections for the HABC Housing Choice Voucher Program. Duties include developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating the inspection program, planning and scheduling inspections, training staff to enforce Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and/or NSPIRE, and supervising and managing quality control activities. Establishes relationships with State and Federal agencies, real estate developers, legal representatives, non-profit organizations, and other landlord or housing management entities. Performance of the duties requires knowledge of building construction and skilled trades, and knowledge of HQS and/or NSPIRE, housing, zoning, lead paint, fire codes, and ADA regulations. Must have the ability to deal effectively with tenants and property owners. Supervision is exercised over the Section 8 Inspectors and clerical support staff. All activities must support the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (“HABC” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, social service, or related field(s).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in assisted housing inspections, construction, code enforcement, or related field.
1-year supervisory experience.
Possession of a valid Maryland driver's license.
Must be eligible to be covered under the Authority's vehicle insurance policy.
Successful completion of a pre-screening investigation, including verification of employment history and education credentials.
Must not engage in private real estate business.

Nice To Haves

HQS and/or NSPIRE certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Supervises inspection staff, assigns workloads, monitors daily schedules and routes, and ensures inspections are completed within required timeframes.
Trains, mentors, evaluates, and supports inspection staff development.
Monitors regulatory changes and reports updates; devises a plan to implement changes to inspection practices, policies, and procedures.
Monitors compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines relative to Lead, Mold, Asbestos, and other health and safety regulations.
Reviews inspection results for accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
Maintains accurate, complete, and auditable inspection records with supporting documentation where applicable in electronic databases.
Prepares and monitors reports related to inspection outcomes, SEMAP requirements, compliance trends, and program performance.
Ensures landlords and voucher holders are notified of inspection results, required repairs, reinspection requirements, and Housing Assistance Payment abatements.
Responds to inquiries and concerns from landlords, tenants, and program participants in a timely and professional manner.
Recommends process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Delivers presentations and facilitates educational and informational sessions for landlords, tenants and other stakeholders; represents HABC at industry events and professional meetings.
Performs personnel administration functions, e.g., employee grievances, approves leave, disciplinary actions, and employee performance evaluations.
Conducts Quality Control field visits; conducts on-site inspections as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.