HOME & CDBG INSPECTOR

City of Wichita Falls, Texas; Wichita Falls (TX); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

City of Wichita Falls, Texas is seeking a Property Inspector to implement minor and emergency repair programs and provide technical guidance to applicants, realtors, contractors and staff.

The role involves inspecting properties, preparing cost estimates, developing work write-ups, and ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations and building codes. Licensing and experience in inspections are required; office and residential site visits are included.

Qualificações

• Formal education beyond high school with vocational/technical training.
• Experience in coordinating repair programs and inspections is preferred.
• Ability to prepare inspection reports and cost estimates with accuracy.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical assistance for emergency and minor repairs through detailed property inspections.
• Meet with homeowners, realtors and contractors to explain program guidelines and requirements.
• Assist applicants in completing applications and coordinate inspections with realtors for access and scheduling.
• Perform administrative tasks and maintain records of program activity and compliance.
• Recruit and maintain contractor lists, assess qualifications, monitor progress and ensure building code compliance.

Conhecimentos

Property inspections

Documentation & reporting

Communication with realtors/owners

Cost estimation for repairs

Formação académica

Vocational/technical training

Ferramentas

Inspection tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

This position implements the minor and emergency repair programs and provides technical assistance and guidance for applicants, realtors, program contractors, local agencies and staff. This is accomplished by assisting with the completion of the application process, meeting with homeowners, realtors and contractors to discuss program requirements and solutions to problems, providing information concerning program guidelines and federal standards, inspecting properties, overseeing contractor’s work, preparing inspection reports, developing work write-ups and cost estimates, working with vendors on repairs and payments, and ensuring compliance with all local and federal regulations and building codes.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

Driver’s License Required – Y Type – C Endorsements – N/A

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.

(S) Sedentary (L) Light (M) Medium (H) Heavy (V) Very Heavy

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

# Code Essential Functions

• 1 L Regular and reliable attendance in compliance with given schedules is a mandatory requirement of this position. Schedules may be subject to change with or without advance notice.
• 2 L Provides technical assistance for emergency and minor repairs by conducting detailed and thorough property inspections; locating and documenting property on flood maps; verifying appraisal district information; photographing properties and conditions needing repairs; working with realtors and owners to explain program guidelines, federal regulations, property standards, and required seller repairs; generating accurate repair cost estimates; completing initial and final inspection reports; developing clear work write-ups for needed repairs; and studying and ensuring compliance with building codes and all federal requirements and regulations that impact the program.
• 3 L Assists first time homebuyers and minor/emergency repair program applicants in completing applications, answering questions, and explaining the property inspection process and repair requirements; communicating with realtors to coordinate inspections, property access and program requirements; generating clear, understandable summary reports of inspection results; keeping detailed records and producing accurate reports of program activity and accomplishments; completing federally-required documentation, and effectively implementing the repair programs to meet production goals.
• 4 S Completes administrative tasks by offering assistance and guidance to callers and visitors; providing information about available programs and applicant requirements; consulting and with working with outside agencies and city departments on program information and referrals; and researching and studying information including federal regulations, program requirements, lead-based paint rules, environmental regulations, and locally-adopted building codes to ensure program and regulatory compliance.
• 5 L Maintains contractor lists by recruiting new contractors when needed; evaluating contractor qualifications and verifying references; processing client and contractor applications; providing technical assistance and guidance to ensure contractors produce good work; visiting work sites to monitor contractor progress, quality, and compliance with building codes and work write-ups; conducting Davis-Bacon field interviews; and developing and maintaining good working relationships with the contractor base.

JOB CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

-Description of Minimum Job Requirements-

Formal Education Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature that may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.

Experience Over one year up to and including two years.

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

Office & Residential Residences

Position : 1310001

Code : 1310-3

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : CDBG GRANT MANAGEMENT

Grade : NE 109

Job Family : 13-1041.04 GOV PROPERTY INSPEC