Housing Rehab Inspector for Federal Programs

City of Delray Beach; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Delray Beach is seeking a Housing Inspector to conduct eligibility interviews, inspections, and compliance reviews for housing rehab and related programs. You will enforce Uniform Housing Code, Building Code, HUD standards, and assist in CRA activities.

You will prepare reports for Davis-Bacon and Environmental Review, evaluate contractor proposals, oversee demolitions, and ensure program regulations are followed. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction terms and local housing/zoning codes.
• Experience with Davis-Bacon, Section 3 and Environmental Review compliance.
• High school diploma (or equivalent) required; a 2-year degree preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to use a personal computer and MS Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled inspection work to enforce compliance with the Uniform Housing Code, Building Code and HUD Housing Quality Standards.
• Assists in the preparation of periodic quarterly/annual reports to government agencies specifically Davis-Bacon, Section 3 and Environmental Review.
• Execute Federal Labor Standard Provisions for construction projects when appropriate.
• Evaluate contractors' proposals, monitor work in-progress for CRA activities.
• Oversee all demolitions and clearance activities; monitor work in-progress and ensure completion.
• Develop work write-ups for interior and exterior improvements related to assisted housing programs and monitor work in-progress. Develop work write-ups for rehabilitation projects to be incorporated in bids and contracts.
• Receive requests, conduct eligibility interviews, process forms, and make initial approvals or rejections, for participation in Housing Rehabilitation programs.
• Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Cost estimation

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year college degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Office software

Job description

The City of Delray Beach is seeking a Housing Inspector to conduct eligibility interviews, inspections, and compliance reviews for housing rehab and related programs. You will enforce Uniform Housing Code, Building Code, HUD standards, and assist in CRA activities.

You will prepare reports for Davis-Bacon and Environmental Review, evaluate contractor proposals, oversee demolitions, and ensure program regulations are followed. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.