Housing Inspector

THERES NO PLACE LIKE HOM

As a national leader in housing assistance programs HOM Inc. is dedicated to building communities where the promise of home is a reality for everyone because we believe individuals families and communities are safer healthier and stronger when everyone has a home. Whether ending homelessness through housing assistance guiding new landlords and property owners through the financial benefits of our programs or advocating among local leaders for increased funding and supportive services our HOM team engages in meaningful work that advances our mission of ending homelessness in Arizona through housing.

Honored as a Top 100 Companies to Work for in Arizona HOM provides opportunities to make an impact alongside generous pay benefits work/life balance and PTO among many other great perks. If youre passionate about making a difference in our communities theres no place like HOM.

Job Summary

The Housing Inspector is responsible for completing residential housing inspections for units receiving assistance through HOM Inc. and partner housing agencies. This position ensures units meet applicable HUD inspection requirements program standards and internal compliance expectations. The Housing Inspector plays an important role in supporting safe decent and affordable housing opportunities for program participants by identifying inspection concerns documenting results communicating required repairs and supporting timely resolution of inspection-related housing issues.

The Housing Inspector is a full-time non-exempt position that combines field-based and on-site work responsibilities. This role regularly conducts inspections and home visits throughout the community while also completing documentation reporting scheduling and other administrative duties from a HOM office location.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Inspection and Compliance Duties

• Perform initial annual special move-out re-inspection and other required inspections of residential dwelling units in accordance with HUD inspection requirements and applicable program standards.
• Evaluate dwelling units for health safety habitability and compliance concerns.
• Document inspection findings accurately and thoroughly through required housing software inspection reports photos letters and related records.
• Explain inspection results repair requirements deadlines and potential consequences of failed inspections to landlords and tenants.
• Support compliance with program requirements related to failed inspections abatements damage claims vacancy loss and program termination processes.
• Maintain inspection photos notes reports and documentation in the appropriate housing software system.

Coordination and Communication Duties

• Coordinate inspection and re-inspection appointments with landlords tenants Housing Specialists Real Estate Agents Contracted Agencies and other partners.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with landlords tenants participants team members and community partners by phone email and in person.
• Provide education to landlords property owners and community partners regarding inspection expectations and housing quality requirements.
• Partner with Housing Specialists and program staff to support housing stability when inspection concerns impact participants.

Supportive Housing Duties

• Perform periodic home visits for new program participants in supportive housing programs as assigned.
• Communicate home visit results to Housing Specialists through the required reporting process.
• Explain damage claim and vacancy loss procedures to landlords participating in supportive housing programs.
• Support landlord relationships by providing clear information timely follow-up and professional service.

Administrative and Field Duties

• Utilize housing software through desktop and/or mobile access to enter inspection data generate inspection reports issue letters and maintain required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection activity communication follow-up actions and program-related documentation.
• Operate and maintain a company vehicle including routine care cleanliness and reporting of maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean driving record free of serious traffic violations or preventable accidents.

Essential Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing information documenting findings entering data maintaining records and preparing reports or correspondence.
• Ability to observe and assess property conditions identify concerns and apply established standards procedures and program requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules documentation follow-up tasks deadlines and competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining strong communication accountability and follow-through.
• Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to explain information expectations timelines and next steps clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with landlords tenants program participants team members community partners and contracted agencies.
• Ability to remain professional calm and solution-focused when addressing difficult conversations competing needs or time-sensitive concerns.
• Ability to think critically problem solve adapt to unexpected challenges and use sound judgment within established policies and procedures.
• Strong sense of ownership over assigned work documentation communication follow-through and outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications including SharePoint OneDrive Teams Outlook Word Excel and related platforms.
• Ability to learn and use housing software inspection software electronic records systems and other technology platforms required for the role.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a background check consistent with role responsibilities and compliance requirements.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information including PII and PHI in accordance with organizational policies.
• Current Arizona Drivers License with a clean three-year driving record.
• Current automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel locally to complete field-based inspections home visits and related duties.
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle and comply with HOM vehicle use expectations.
• Ability to perform duties in residential housing environments including walking units using stairs visually inspecting interior and exterior areas and documenting property conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. as part of regular job duties.
• Flexibility to support additional duties as assigned.

Education and Training

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• An associate or bachelors degree preferred.
• Industry certification for HQS NSPIRE UPCS or other HUD inspection standards preferred or ability to obtain required certification within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum of (1) one year of experience performing housing inspections or (3) three years of experience in residential property maintenance property management housing programs construction code compliance or an equivalent combination of relevant experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with HUD-funded housing programs Housing Choice Voucher programs Permanent Supportive Housing Rapid Rehousing or other rental assistance programs preferred.

LEARN MORE ABOUT US

Taking care of people is central to our work which is why we offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive and generous benefits program.

HEALTH

Offering excellent medical dental and vision benefits HOM also provides employee assistance programs for physical and mental well-being.

WELLNESS

Because this is challenging work HOM is committed to providing monthly chair massages employee wellness program events and challenges blood drives and more.

SAVINGS

In addition to competitive pay save for retirement with employer matching and opportunities for financial planning. Other insurance benefits include life disability and accident insurance and more.

BALANCE

Ensuring a healthy balance between work and life is important. Because individual needs for time away from work are diverse we offer generous paid time off (PTO) including 13 paid National holidays.

FUN

At HOM were not afraid of hard work or a good time! To keep our team strong and connected our employee-driven Culture Committee strives to provide engaging opportunities all year round.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a short behavioral and cognitive assessment prior to advancing to an interview.

Drug Free Workplace:

HOM Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for drugs and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

HOM Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets. HOM Inc. is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over color disability gender identity genetic information military or veteran status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

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