Conducts a variety of inspections of housing units to ensure units are decent, safe and sanitary for federal and non-federal housing units.
- Schedules inspections and ensures timely notification of inspection to tenant and landlord; reschedules inspections as needed.
- Inspects and evaluates subsidized) rental assistance units, assessing unit size, utility systems, safety, appliances, water and sewer systems, painted walls and ceiling content, condition of development, and unit structural and material contents.
- Conducts building and system inspections of public housing units and common areas to ensure regulatory compliance with the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).
- Conducts all annual and preventive maintenance inspections of public housing units
- Completes move-in and move-out inspections for public housing; creates pre- and final schedule of charges; creates final “punch list” to ensure public housing units are ready for use.
- Writes and finalizes inspection reports, citing any violations, deficiencies or infractions and the passage or failure of units; submits reports to the housing managers, tenants, landlords and/or the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as required.
- Provides excellent customer service by responding promptly to requests in person, on the phone, or in writing; providing clear and concise responses and direction; and demonstrating professionalism and courtesy in interactions with internal staff and external customers and agencies.
Knowledge / Skills:
- Basic Knowledge of plumbing, electrical maintenance, and construction.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with landlords and tenants; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing: to maintain confidentiality; to exercise fair judgment; to follow verbal and written instructions; to compile, analyze and interpret data; to present information in a clear and concise manner; and to deal effectively with individuals of varying backgrounds and skill levels.
- Skilled in assessing housing units.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools, voltage tester, thermos tester, and Yardi program.
- Skilled in operating various word-processing, spreadsheet, database and other software programs in a Windows environment or ability to learn such skills.
- Provides excellent customer service by responding promptly to requests in person, on the phone, or in writing; providing clear and concise responses and direction; and demonstrating professionalism and courtesy in interactions with internal staff and external customers and agencies.
- High school diploma or equivalent; and
- Four (4) years of experience in a similar position.
- Must obtain and maintain a Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) Inspection and Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Certifications, or equivalent, within six (6) months of employment.
Working Conditions:
Work is generally performed outdoors in varied weather conditions with some office work. Work schedule may include evening and weekend hours. Travel may be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; climb or balance; taste or smell; and talk or hear. Clarity of vision at long and short distance required. May be required to lift up to 20 pounds. May be exposed occasionally to hazardous materials; excessive noise; and to rodents and infectious diseases. May be exposed frequently to high risk or potentially dangerous situations; to dust, fumes, airborne particles, or allergens; and to working with hostile, violent, or offensive individuals. Regularly uses protective clothing, equipment, devices, or materials. May be subject to exposure to CRTs, VDTs and UV rays.
Conditions of Employment:
Selected candidate must submit to and pass a County paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening. Additionally, selected candidate must submit to and pass a county paid criminal background screening. Selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver’s License as incumbent shall be appointed to drive a County vehicle during the performance of his/her duties.
