Housing Inspector

Campbell County Fiscal Court; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell County Fiscal Court is seeking a Housing Inspector to perform inspections on residential properties for compliance with HUD HQS/NSPIRE, Kentucky Building Code, and local ordinances in Campbell and Pendleton counties. The role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain HQS or NSPIRE certifications within 60 days.

The position emphasizes physical capacity to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds, with duties spanning documentation, field checks, and

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Possession of HQS Specialist and/or NSPIRE certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days from date of hire.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including sitting, standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, climbing or balancing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of residential properties for HUD HQS/NSPIRE compliance, Kentucky Building Code, Campbell and Pendleton County ordinances and related standards.
• Maintain documentation and coordinate certifications and qualifications for Housing programs within required timelines.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Job description

The Housing Inspector performs inspections on residential properties for compliance with HUD Housing Choice Voucher Housing Quality Standards (HQS) / National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE), Kentucky Building Code, Campbell and Pendleton County and various city Zoning Ordinances, and Property Maintenance Code standards.

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record;
• Possession of Housing Choice Voucher Housing Quality Standards Specialist and/or National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate Certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days from date of hire;
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job which include, but are not limited to, sitting, walking standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, climb or balance, and lift and/or move objects that weigh up to up to 50 pounds.