Housing Inspector

Middlesex County; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health and dental insurance

Generous vacation and leave

Job summary

Middlesex County is seeking a Housing Inspector to administer HUD-funded programs and enforce Housing Code violations. The role involves investigating dwellings, compiling reports, and maintaining records; schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:15pm (35 hours/week).

Requirements include at least one year in building inspection or related fields, a high school diploma, and a valid New Jersey driver’s license. Compensation ranges from $58,000 to $68,000 annually with competitive benefits and pension

Qualifications

• Experience: At least one year in building inspection or related fields.
• Education: High School Diploma required; related professional training or college education preferred.
• License: Valid New Jersey driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Investigates dwelling units for violations of Housing Code, investigates complaints against Housing Code, and prepares reports on investigation.
• Reinvestigates premises, makes complete investigations of dwelling units inside and out, and lists violations on printed forms.
• Conducts investigations following complaints of lack of heat, filth, interior and exterior appearances, overcrowding, and so forth.
• Prepares and turns in reports of investigations.
• May take photographs of interior and exterior conditions of dwellings for reference purposes.
• Maintains essential records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Skills

Building inspection

Report writing

Interviewing

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

The Housing Division administers housing programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Section 8 Rental Assistance; Community Development Block Grant (CDBG); and HOME Investment Partnerships. All three programs are designed primarily to benefit lower-income persons and households, and most of the rules governing them are set by HUD. The programs help pay families' rent, create new affordable housing, and provide needed services. Under direction, the Housing Inspector investigates dwelling units for violations of Housing Code; does other related duties as required.

Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:15pm (35 hours/week)

Responsibilities

• Investigates dwelling units for violations of Housing Code, investigates complaints against Housing Code, and prepares reports on investigation.
• Reinvestigates premises, makes complete investigations of dwelling units inside and out, and lists violations on printed forms.
• Conducts investigations following complaints of lack of heat, filth, interior and exterior appearances, overcrowding, and so forth.
• Prepares and turns in reports of investigations.
• May take photographs of interior and exterior conditions of dwellings for reference purposes.
• Maintains essential records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in building inspection, building repair, building maintenance, construction, construction inspection, and/or other work concerned with building structures and/or building repair.
• Education: High School Diploma required; related professional training or college education preferred.
• License: Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of the problems involved in making investigations into violations of Housing Code.
• Ability to comprehend established rules and regulations of a limited complexity.
• Ability to interview people of varying backgrounds.
• Ability to use tact and courtesy in making investigations.
• Ability to observe significant conditions.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to maintain essential records and files.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Pay

• $58,000 - $68,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

You can build your own future while helping to build the future of your community. With competitive benefits, including a pension plan, on-site wellness coaches, and health and dental insurance, Middlesex County offers the support employees need. The County also promotes a healthy work-life balance with generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.