Housing Inspector

Job Summary

This position involves the inspection of public and privately owned housing units and common areas for units within the Somerville Housing Authority’s (SHA) jurisdiction. The Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections per the U.S. Department of HUD’s National Standards for Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and standards set by the MA Executive Office of Housing and Living Communities (EOHLC).  Inspections are performed prior to lease approval and move-in, annually to assure units are maintained in a safe, decent and sanitary condition, and at any time an emergency situation may exist.  The position is also responsible for all extermination activities including inspection, service coordination, follow-up and preventative planning. 

Supervision Received

Receives direct supervision from the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Supervisor.  

Principle Duties

• Conduct inspections of public and leased housing units in accordance with applicable NSPIRE regulations, and/or other inspectional guidelines from the U.S. Department of HUD and Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Living Communities (EOHLC). 
• Complete clear and concise inspection reports utilizing housing software system to determine owner and resident responsibility for deficiencies. 
• Report and communicate deficiencies and lease violations to owners, supervisors and property management. 
• Perform follow-up inspections to determine that required repairs are completed.
• Maintain effective relationships and communication with co-workers, owners, residents and other stakeholders. 
• Read, interpret and implement NSPIRE guidelines, government regulations, building and sanitary code, and internal policy. 
• Schedule and perform annual, special and re-inspections for public and leased housing units. 
• Schedule, coordinate and follow-up on all extermination services across SHA developments. 
• Work with property management and resident services to ensure units are properly prepared for extermination treatments. 
• Understand and communicate best practices to residents and property management to minimize infestation. 
• Other duties of the class, as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred 

• Basic knowledge of programs, procedures, and policies of a local housing authority.
• Considerable knowledge of U.S. Department of HUD inspection standards, NSPIRE, Housing Quality Standards and/or Uniform Physical Conditions Standards. 
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local building and sanitary codes. 
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain complex laws, rules and regulations. 
• Ability to maintain effective communications with staff, residents and stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to give clear and concise written or oral instructions.
• Knowledge of modern office and recordkeeping procedures.
• Ability to plan, review, and coordinate work with others.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Prior experience in property inspection or other comparable inspectional work.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. 

JobType: Full-time, 35 hours per week 

Bargaining Unit: Chapter 3, National Conference of Fireman and Oilers, 32BJ/SEIU

Salary: Commensurate with experience and negotiable to a maximum of $78,000

Benefits

• Employer pays 75% of health insurance; plans administered through MA Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Employer pays 75% of dental insurance   
• Participation in the State Retirement Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 16 paid holidays
• 28 paid time off days per year
• Eye Glass/Contact Lens Reimbursement  
• Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 457B Deferred Compensation Plans, FSA plans and Aflac insurance policies available
• Career growth & opportunities for promotions