GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under direction, performs a variety of duties relative to the Implementation of housing assistance programs within the County’s Community Development Program; performs inspections, work write-ups, cost estimates and bid specifications; reviews work performed by contractors to ensure that the work is completed as outlined in the bid specifications; work is performed and guidance may be given by the Housing Rehabilitation Specialist III; performs related duties as required.
After After After
Start 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year
Approx. Annual: 44,058 45,382 46,354 48,141
Hourly: 21.1817 21.8184 22.2854 23.1449
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree in building/construction technology, construction management, engineering, and other degrees as related.
OR
Two (2) years of experience in home construction, home rehabilitation services, home inspection services, or in a construction related field, preferable in an agency providing housing rehabilitation services to low income individuals.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a valid driver’s license;
Must complete a HUD Approved lead inspector/risk assessor training course within 6 months of employment;
Must become a certified Lead Supervisor within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in discharge from employment;
Must become a certified Asbestos Inspector through a State of Michigan program within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in discharge from employment;
Must be comfortable with climbing ladders, some lifting, and entering confined spaces as part of the inspection process.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of property maintenance, building codes and construction methods;
Thorough knowledge of residential construction trades utilized in the home rehabilitation field;
Knowledge of construction contract licensing, insurance and registration;
Ability to accurately prepare and critique job specifications and to prepare detailed bid and cost estimates of home rehabilitation activities;
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, the public and other employees;
Ability to maintain confidentiality of client contract and files;
Experience using HUD approved specification writing programs, preferred;
Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions;
Participates in staff development and training activities related to program responsibilities.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:
Inspects properties in order to determine eligibility of repairs in accordance with program Rules and surveys the condition of dwellings as assigned;
Prepares work write-ups and bid specifications in accordance with HUD and County program rules and building code to ensure homes are safe, sanitary, and decent;
Prepares accurate cost estimates;
Monitors progress on jobs and addresses potential problems;
Reviews the work of contractors to ensure that work meets bid specifications and work quality standards in accordance with program rules and lead safe work practices;
Inspects property while work is in progress to assure that authorized work has been properly completed and is within the provisions of the contract;
Interacts with housing developers and non-profit agencies on rental and homebuyer projects;
Acts as liaison with contractor, homeowner and program staff;
Maintains/organizes proper inspection records for each assigned property;
Participates in staff development and training activities related to program responsibilities.
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