Biennial Residential Surveyor

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks an Engineering Technician III (NS) to conduct biennial on-site inspections of licensed mental health homes, adult care homes, and respite services, ensuring compliance with licensure and building codes. The role includes preparing detailed reports and developing corrective plans.

Travel statewide four days per week with occasional overnight stays; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work with state vehicle or personal

Qualifications

• Experience performing field inspections of residential facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Valid NC driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biennial on-site inspections of licensed facilities for compliance with licensure rules and state building codes.
• Perform life safety evaluations of physical plant conditions.
• Prepare and submit structured inspection reports using ASPEN software.
• Review findings with facility administrators and assist in developing correction plans.
• Travel statewide four days per week with overnight stays as needed.
• Maintain documentation and communicate results to leadership within regulatory timelines.

Skills

Inspection reporting

Written communication

Physical capability (lift 50 lbs)

Tools

ASPEN software

Job description

Engineering Technician III (NS)

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Health Service Regulation Job Classification Title Engineering Technician III (NS) Position Number 60053947 Grade NC11

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Biennial Residential Surveyor conducts on‑site biennial physical plant and life safety inspections for licensed 24‑hour mental health homes with six beds or fewer, adult care homes with six beds or fewer, and respite services in adult day centers to ensure compliance with licensure requirements and state building codes. The role includes preparing inspection reports using ASPEN software, reviewing findings with facility administrators, and guiding the development of Plans of Correction for identified deficiencies. This position also performs fire safety inspections, complaint investigations, and other assigned investigative duties. The surveyor plays an essential role in ensuring safe physical environments within licensed residential and day service settings. Requires extensive statewide travel—typically four days per week with one to two overnight stays—and involves both state‑issued and personal vehicle use depending on availability. Compensated at the Office of Budget Management's established rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct biennial on‑site inspections of licensed mental health homes, adult care homes, and adult day center respite services for compliance with licensure rules and state building codes.
• Perform life safety evaluations of physical plant conditions across assigned facilities.
• Prepare and submit structured inspection reports using ASPEN software.
• Review inspection findings with facility administrators and collaborate on development of Plans of Correction for identified deficiencies.
• Carry out fire inspections, complaint investigations, and other safety‑related inquiries as assigned.
• Document investigative outcomes and ensure all required follow‑up actions are clearly communicated and completed.
• Travel throughout the state four days per week, including one to two overnight stays weekly depending on inspection location.
• Utilize a state vehicle when available / personal vehicle when required and ensure mileage reimbursement processes follow established Office of Budget Management rates.
• Maintain consistent communication with leadership and adhere to all regulatory timelines and documentation standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $45,431.00 - $79,504.00 Recruitment Range: $45,431.00 - $63,913.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred. Demonstrated experience documenting inspection findings with strong organizational and written communication skills, producing clear reports with accurate punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Proven physical capability to perform residential facility inspections, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and accessing roofs, attics, basements, and crawl spaces. Expert proficiency applying architectural, electrical, and mechanical engineering concepts, techniques, and procedures to evaluate residential occupancies. Documented success conducting fieldwork that requires extensive statewide travel up to four days per week, including regular overnight stays. Strong track record operating a motor vehicle safely and consistently to complete statewide inspection responsibilities.

REPOST - Previous Applicants Do Not Need To Reapply In Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Recruitment Is To Fill One Remaining Vacant Position: 60053942 This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds This Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work Option Possess And Maintain A Valid North Carolina Driver License.

Physical Requirements

Must have physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and inspect areas of facilities to include roofs, attics, basements, and crawl spaces.

About the Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR)

The Division of Health Service Regulation oversees medical, mental health and adult care facilities, emergency medical services, and local jails. We check to see that people receiving care in these facilities are safe and receive appropriate care. We make certain that medical buildings are built only when there is a need for them.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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