Housing Rehab Specialist

Neighbor Works Umpqua; Oregon; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Housing Rehab Specialist to join their Climate Resilience Team. This role focuses on managing the rehabilitation of single-family homes, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and within budget. You will interact with homeowners, contractors, and stakeholders, guiding them through the process from assessment to project completion. The position offers the flexibility of remote work while being based in the beautiful Curry County, Oregon. Join a dedicated team committed to community development and making a positive impact through quality, affordable housing.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental premiums paid by employer

401(k) match

Life and AD&D insurance

Identity theft coverage

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Qualifications

• Experience in housing rehabilitation or construction management.
• Understanding of building codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage rehabilitation projects from assessment to completion.
• Conduct site visits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with homeowners and contractors effectively.

Skills

Housing Rehabilitation

Construction Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Counselor Max

Job description

NeighborWorks Umpqua

Housing Rehab Specialist

NeighborWorks Umpqua (NWU) is a rural-focused community development corporation working in Southern Oregon. We promote opportunity for all by developing, owning, and providing access to quality, affordable housing. Our efforts include increasing access to capital to build household wealth, assets, and expand homeownership, as well as improving financial resilience and supporting community-based economic development.

Founded over 30 years ago, NWU initially focused on developing quality affordable rental housing to meet community needs. Over the years, we have expanded into broader community development efforts, maintaining a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and continual growth.

We are seeking a Housing Rehab Specialist responsible for working with the Climate Resilience Team to manage the rehabilitation of single-family homes. The role involves ensuring projects are completed efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with regulations. The specialist will interact with homeowners, contractors, volunteers, and stakeholders throughout the process, from assessment to project completion. Responsibilities include guiding homeowners, project management, site visits, energy audits, regulatory compliance, documentation, and community outreach.

This position is preferably located in or near Curry County, Oregon, and can be remote or based out of our North Bend, Oregon satellite office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with homeowners to assess rehabilitation needs, develop work scopes, identify contractors, and draft agreements.
• Oversee construction activities, process pay requests, and review change orders.
• Conduct site visits to understand work scope, observe progress, and verify completion.
• Perform home energy audits.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations (local, state, federal).
• Cross-train and understand all grant-led programs.
• Work with the Climate Resilience Team to meet department goals.
• Use software such as Microsoft Teams, Excel, Counselor Max effectively.
• Maintain records as required.
• Assist in preparing draw requests, reports, and grant applications.
• Participate in community outreach activities.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare contractor pay requests, change orders, and closeout documents.
• Verify intake packets and program eligibility.
• Coordinate with finance for compliance and reporting.
• Foster a customer service culture, guiding program applicants through barriers and encouraging participation.
• Support participants in goal setting and pursuing energy efficiency or wealth-building opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in housing rehabilitation, construction management, planning, or related fields; or an Associate Degree in a relevant field (preferred).
• Understanding of building codes, permits, and regulations (preferred).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Experience working directly with homeowners and community members.
• Positive attitude and growth mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Writing and math skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish or other languages is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to integrity, ethics, and community impact.
• Emotional intelligence, diplomacy, strategic thinking, adaptability, mentorship.
• Proactive communication, relationship-building, growth mindset.

Physical Demands

Must occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, inspect roofs, attics, and under homes, handle tools, and drive to sites. The role includes construction site work, office activities, and volunteer supervision, often in inclement weather. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental premiums paid by employer; life and AD&D insurance; identity theft coverage; 401(k) match; leave policy includes holidays, vacation, and sick leave; additional benefits available.

Inclusive Workplace Commitment

NWU is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and prohibits discrimination based on protected statuses. We celebrate differences and foster an inclusive environment.

Work Location

This position is remote but based in Curry County, Oregon.