Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Director of Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, the Housing Quality Standards Inspector performs a supportive role in all operational areas of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program with the primary responsibility being the housing quality standard inspections of occupied and vacant dwellings for properties participating in or expecting to participate in the Program.

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EXAMPLES OF WORK:* (Illustrative only)

• Performs physical pre-occupancy, initial, annual and follow-up inspections of potential or participating properties in the Program.
• Performs special inspections to resolve complaints by participants and/or landlords.
• Prepares and submits reports that summarize all deficiencies noted during the inspection, inclusive of the recommended corrective action to be taken.
• Communicates orally and in writing with property owners or management agents concerning units’ compliance with housing quality standards.
• Compiles all data necessary to facilitate rent reasonableness analysis and utility allowance adjustments.
• Maintains a current listing of available units throughout the City for participation in the Program.
• Establishes a viable working relationship with property owners and property management companies involved with the Program.
• Prepares reports and written correspondence as required and ensures records are maintained in compliance with Program regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality of landlord/participants and all business related information.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations.
• Job duties, responsibilities, specifications, and other job aspects may be changed as needed; performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Possess a fundamental knowledge of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established housing quality standards and a general knowledge of the City of Portsmouth’s occupancy standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Section 8 program policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of all phases of residential maintenance, which includes masonry, carpentry, brick, concrete work, roofing, sheet metal, landscaping and plumbing, is highly desirable.
• Good clerical and administrative aptitude, organizational skills and proficient in mathematical calculations.
• Computer literacy required in the use of a personal computer and electronic communications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential and comfortable making presentations before others.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a self-starter, show initiative and work independently and exercise good judgment with minimum supervision; be punctual and dependable in attendance.
• Must write legibly and be computer literate; ability to multi-tasks and to plan, organize and schedule work to meet critical deadlines and performance measures.
• Must perform well under pressure and with time restraints.
• Ability to analyze problems and situations and find appropriate solutions.
• Must be generally available for occasional after-hours and weekend activities. In the event of emergencies, must be accessible, preferably by phone or other effective means.
• Must be bondable; drug screening and criminal history record required.
• Ability to make appropriate “on-the-spot” decisions in accordance with established policy and procedures.
• Must possess excellent human relations skills and promote a positive image of the Authority by establishing and maintaining to the greatest extent possible a viable, positive and functional working relationship with all co-workers, social agencies, clients, property management companies and property owners of the City involved directly or indirectly with the Program and all other appropriate agencies of the City with which the Authority may come into contact.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform inspections in inclement weather.
• Ability to physically access all types of dwelling units.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, crawl, and climb a ladder, etc.
• Ability to operate a variety of automated office machines, i.e. computer, copier, printer, fax machine, telephone, calculator, etc.
• Ability to move, carry and/or operate objects and materials such as files, computer printouts, reports, etc.
• Ability to operate an automobile, be insurable by an automobile insurance carrier, possess, and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia throughout duration of employment.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Any combination of education equivalent to graduation from high school with two years attendance at a college or university, or vocational study in one or more of the building trades. Two years’ experience in a responsible position directly related to construction or building trades maintenance and possess a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate building and sanitation codes is desirable. Previous experience in federally assisted property management, HUD/Section 8 programs or real estate is highly desirable. Section 8 Housing Quality Standards Inspector Training Certification required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

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