• Housing Inspector

    Chautauqua Opportunities (Dunkirk, NY)


    HOUSING INSPECTOR

    DUNKIRK, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=10825+Bennett+Road+DUNKIRK+NY+USA+14787)

    Description

    Position Data:

    Title: Housing Inspector

     

    Grade: 5 Exempt: ______ Non-Exempt: ___X__

     

    Reports to: Property Coordinator

    Basic Function or Position Summary:

    Conducts housing inspections utilizing HUD’s Housing Quality Standards and Housing Quality Standards inspections throughout the county. Monday through Friday 8:30Am - 4:30 Pm 20 hours per week. Pay rate of $18.00 per hour.

    Security Clearance:

    + Access Level 4 – A,C

    Requirements

    Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties:

    + Conducts Housing Quality Standard inspections and COI property inspections as required.

    + Conduct inspection followed by completion of the required paperwork and data entry functions into multiple service software systems.

    + Maintain a computerized tracking report of all inspections - and completes a monthly report to be submitted to the program manager by the 3rd of the month.

    + Updates customer information related to the inspection process in the Statewide HCV system and CAPSYS.

    + Completes required paperwork per inspection protocol and HUD guidelines.

    + Communicates with landlords and tenants about HQS violations in property

    + Refers tenants to services based on needs identified through inspections

    + Promotes agency mission

    + Maintains consistent professional customer service.

    + Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics

    + Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency.

    + Other duties as designated by supervisor

    Key Working Relationships:

    A. Internal: Housing & Community Service Division Staff and Managers

    B. External: Vendors, Federal, and Local Government Agencies.

    Supervisory Scope:

    A. Number of staff supervised: 0

    B. Titles supervised: 0

    Organizational Responsibilities:

    + Adheres to all policies and procedures

    + Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes

    + Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate

    + Participates in organizational and divisional management systems

    Physical:

    + Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort

    Knowledge, Skills Required:

    + High School diploma required; Associate’s degree in Science, Business, or Human Services preferred.

    + Minimum one year of work experience in property management, building maintenance, code enforcement, quality assurance, customer relations, or the Section 8 housing choice voucher program.

    + Strong interpersonal, communication and customer relations skills.

    + Strong computer skills, including word processing, data entry and spreadsheet in a windows environment.

    + Goal oriented.

    + Ability to develop and maintain & engage in positive relationships with people from various backgrounds.

    + Bilingual preferred.

    + Strong teaming skills.

    Special Requirements, if any:

    + Must be able to obtain a LexisNexis clearance.

    + Valid Drivers license

    + Ability to travel

    + Reliable transportation

    + Ability to travel throughout the county

    + Obtain HUD Housing Quality Standards Certificate (within one year of employment)

    + Works compassionately with a diverse population

    + Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times