Housing Inspector

Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.  

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities through the development of safe, decent and affordable housing. DCA offers a fast pace, challenging and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for inspecting private rental properties using HUD Housing Quality Standards/NSPIRE protocol for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-based units. Assures compliance with HUD Regulations and the GA DCA Administrative Plan. Travels to privately owned properties and conducts inspections utilizing the correct protocol and determines eligibility for safe and sanitary housing. Prepares inspection and failure documentation, and notifies owners and program participants of required repairs. Calculates rent reasonableness as compared to the market. Interprets policies and negotiates with landlords and participants on rent and/or required repairs. Verifies completion of repairs.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in a social services field from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND Three years of related experience OR Four years of related experience.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record throughout employment.
• HQS/NSPIRE certification within 12-months of hire
• Lead-based Paint Condition Assessment certification within 12-months of hire.
• Must be detail oriented and organized
• Must possess excellent customer service skills and work well under pressure
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts annual or initial inspections of housing units as assigned
• Documents room locations and areas not meeting quality standards
• Conduct special inspections for lead-based paint as required to ensure compliance with HUD Lead based paint regulations
• Explains the housing inspection program to landlords, owners, and program participants.
• Ensure timely completion of inspections for all assigned units
• Determining utility types within the unit and indicating on the appropriate forms who pays for said utilities
• Identify potential instances of fraud, and work with the Manager to investigate fraud cases
• Prepare housing assistance abatement information for enforcement action. Prepare participant recommendations for termination caused by a failure to meet HQS/NSPIRE standards with the Manager
• Continually evaluate and work to reduce access barriers for individuals with disabilities and limited English proficiency (LEP) in all program areas
• Ensure that all safety and health rules, standards, and procedures are observed; conduct monthly self-inspections of work areas, vehicles, and practices to eliminate potential hazardous conditions
• Continually provide outstanding customer service to all stakeholders.
• Work requires knowledge of HQS/NSPIRE deficiencies
• Work requires the ability to read, understand, explain, and apply housing quality standards; conduct thorough inspections, accurately document conditions that do not meet standards, and prepare clear and concise reports; understand and follow written and oral instructions accurately and consistently with a minimum of supervision; operate computers and other electronic devices with word processing, spreadsheet, and housing software
• Operate an assigned vehicle under various traffic, road, and weather conditions in carrying out daily inspection schedules over a wide geographical area
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL, HOURS, ENVIRONMENT)

• This position is exempt, knowing it may include hours which exceed eight hours in a day or forty hours in a week
• Frequent travel required including air and car travel
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
• Home office environment/Field

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.