Rental Assistance Inspector

New Hampshire Housing•Bedford, NH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

New Hampshire Housing’s mission is to promote, finance, and support housing solutions for the people of New Hampshire. We have empowered over 55,000 families to achieve their dream of homeownership and have played a pivotal role in funding the development of over 16,000 multifamily housing units. Our dedicated team manages thousands of Housing Choice Vouchers annually. We’re on a mission, and we want your expertise! Are you interested in using your human services, inspection, and compliance skills to help members of our community? Does the idea of working as a Rental Assistance Inspector for a mission-based organization that promotes and finances affordable housing across New Hampshire interest you? If so, we want you to join our team! We’re hiring a full-time Rental Assistance Inspector for our Assisted Housing Division. As a Rental Assistance Inspector, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our clients have a clean and safe place that they can be proud to call home.

Requirements

Ability to understand and interpret federal regulations and state laws dealing with rental property.
Knowledge of Federal Fair Housing Laws.
Possess or able to obtain and maintain lead clearance certification.
At least five years of relevant work experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, on an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage the inspection process for Housing Choice Voucher participants, helping ensure homes meet HUD requirements and remain safe, decent, and affordable for residents.
Coordinate and schedule inspections in a way that maximizes efficiency while providing excellent service to property owners, participants, and community partners.
Conduct initial, annual, and special inspections, including lead-based paint assessments and clearance testing when required, and clearly communicate inspection results and next steps.
Evaluate units against HUD housing quality standards, identify deficiencies, and work closely with landlords and participants to resolve issues and bring properties into compliance.
Track failed inspections, conduct follow-up visits, review extension requests, and make recommendations regarding payment suspensions, contract cancellations, or program terminations when compliance requirements are not met.
Serve as a knowledgeable resource for program participants, helping them understand and meet their responsibilities while supporting successful participation in the Housing Choice Voucher Program.