HUD Housing Inspector

Job Overview:

The Housing Choice Voucher Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections of residential properties participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program to ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Quality Standards (HQS) applicable building codes and program requirements. This position evaluates property conditions documents deficiencies communicates inspection findings and works with property owners tenants and housing program staff to ensure safe sanitary and compliant housing is provided to program participants.

Specific Tasks Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial annual special complaint-based and re-inspections of residential units in accordance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) applicable building codes and program requirements.
• Evaluate properties for health safety sanitation structural integrity accessibility requirements and overall compliance with HUD regulations.
• Identify deficiencies and document inspection findings through written reports photographs and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and notify property owners tenants and housing program staff of inspection results and required corrective actions.
• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify completion of required repairs and corrective measures within established timeframes.
• Maintain accurate inspection records documentation photographs and correspondence in accordance with HUD requirements and agency policies.
• Explain inspection findings standards and program requirements to property owners landlords tenants contractors and housing program participants.
• Monitor compliance with HUD regulations agency policies and applicable local codes affecting assisted housing units.
• Coordinate inspection scheduling and related activities with property owners tenants contractors and housing program staff.
• Assist with audits reporting requirements quality control reviews and program monitoring activities.
• Stay informed regarding changes to HUD regulations inspection standards and housing program requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Worker Requirements:

Education & Experience

Preferred:

• Experience in housing inspections code enforcement construction building maintenance property management or a related field.
• Experience working with HUD programs Housing Quality Standards (HQS) NSPIRE standards or housing assistance programs.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• An equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Required:

• Knowledge of residential construction building systems maintenance practices and safety standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply HUD regulations Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspection criteria and agency policies.
• Ability to identify property deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports maintain records and complete documentation in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with property owners tenants contractors and housing program staff.
• Ability to work independently exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Ability to perform field inspections in varying environmental conditions including walking standing climbing stairs bending and lifting moderate weight.

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

• Valid Louisiana drivers license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any HUD-required inspector certifications or training.

Required Experience:

Manager