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Certified Housing Inspector

Certified Housing Inspector

The Nelrod CompanyDFW, Texas, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Nelrod Company is looking for hardworking and motivated candidates to conduct required inspections for Affordable Housing Agencies and Programs, such as HUD's, Housing Quality Standards (HQS) / National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and other evaluation systems in the DFW area.  Job training is provided for up to 60-90 day.

Responsibilities :

  • Conducts initial, annual / bi-annual, move-out, special, or recertification inspections of units for compliance with HQS / NSPIRE regulations.
  • Advises agencies and program participants of inspection results, ensures required repairs are completed, and encourages proper maintenance of units.
  • Prepares all inspection-related correspondence, documents, software uploads and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Notifies agencies and program participants in writing for violations so that deficiencies can be corrected within specified time frame and notifies participants when access to their units is required.
  • Recommends code-compliant solutions for rehabilitation / repair problems.
  • May conduct rent reasonableness comparability analysis on Section 8 units and may recommend amount of initial contract rent and rent adjustments based on comparable unassisted housing. May maintain Rent Reasonableness comparable information for single-family dwellings, apartments, and duplexes.
  • Performs, documents, and logs participant-complaints and owner damage-claim inspections. Advises parties of results and ensures actions are taken to comply with HUD HQS / NSPIRE requirements.
  • Photographs all inspections, as necessary to document conditions at time of inspection.
  • Reports all violations or situations and / or conditions of participants' non-compliance with housing assistance contract and Housing Agency policies.
  • Note : Construction experience is a plus, but not necessary.

Required Knowledge & Skills :

  • Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.
  • Ability to follow directions and read blueprints and diagrams.
  • Ability to train and work with testing equipment.
  • Skills in web-based computer programs and handheld devices.
  • Knowledge of industrial math, business English and general office skills.
  • Working knowledge of job safety.
  • High standard of integrity and professionalism and be self-motivated.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Must be able to pass a physical examination and drug screening.
  • Must be open to occasional travel and working overtime.
  • To apply :

    Please go to https : / / the-nelrod-company.breezy.hr

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    Housing Inspector • DFW, Texas, United States