HUD Inspector

Aoka; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Aoka is seeking qualified HUD/Multifamily Housing Inspectors to perform HQS inspections for senior living and multifamily properties. This role requires experience in HUD, multifamily, or comparable inspection environments and willingness to travel for inspections.

We offer flexible work arrangements including full-time, part-time, and 1099 options, with compensation ranging by experience at $35–$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing inspections for HUD or other government/local agencies preferred.
• Background in HUD, REAC, NSPIRE, UPCS, building inspection, or related fields is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel for inspections
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct on-site inspections for new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects under OHP guidelines
• Evaluate units and properties for compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
• Complete detailed inspection reports and documentation in accordance with HUD, OHP, and company requirements
• Communicate findings clearly and professionally with stakeholders

Skills

Multifamily housing inspections

HUD inspections

Building/code inspections

Government inspections

REAC / NSPIRE inspections

Job description

Title: HUD / Multifamily Housing Inspector
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, 1099

We are currently seeking qualified inspectors to perform Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections for senior living and multifamily housing properties.

Important: This is not a home inspector position. We are specifically seeking candidates with experience in HUD, multifamily, or comparable inspection environments.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule and conduct on-site inspections for new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects under OHP guidelines
• Evaluate units and properties for compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
• Complete detailed inspection reports and documentation in accordance with HUD, OHP, and company requirements
• Communicate findings clearly and professionally with stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Experience in multifamily housing inspections is strongly preferred
• We will also consider candidates with other relevant inspection experience (e.g., building, code compliance, government inspections)
• Background in HUD, REAC, NSPIRE, UPCS, building inspection, or related fields is highly desirable
• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing inspections for HUD or other government/local agencies preferred
• Willingness to travel for inspections
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Who Should Apply:

We encourage applications from experienced:

• HUD Inspectors
• Multifamily Housing Inspectors
• Building / Code Inspectors
• REAC / NSPIRE Inspectors
• Combination (Combinator) Inspectors
• Government or municipal inspectors with relevant experience

Compensation & Benefits:

• $35 – $50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Flexible work arrangements (full-time, part-time, 1099 options available)
• Compensation negotiable based on experience

About Aoka

Aoka is a third-party municipal services provider serving federal, state, and local governments with code compliance, inspections, and consulting. Our proprietary software, VertexPlans, streamlines plan reviews, inspections, and reporting—ensuring faster turnaround times and better communication for our clients.

Our Values: Continuous Improvement | Diversity of Thought | Empathy | Focus

Our Vision: Empower clients with cutting-edge technologies and certified inspectors to deliver faster, smarter, and more reliable solutions.

Aoka is an equal opportunity employer (EEO), providing fair employment to all applicants and employees.