HCV Housing Inspector at Housing Authority of Kansas City

The Housing Authority of Kansas City, Missouri is seeking qualified candidates for the position of HCV Program Inspector. Our HCV Program Inspectors are responsible for scheduling and performing daily Housing Quality Standard (HQS) Inspections for the Section 8 HCV Program required by the Housing Authority and the Code of Federal Regulations that govern the HCV Program, Project Base Voucher Program, Special Programs, and the Federal Lead Based Paint Regulations. Completes all required paperwork and ensures that all units are in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations and the Authority Administrative Plan.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Coordinates, manages, and schedules HQS inspections as assigned.

2. Conducts inspections of housing units prior to occupancy and lease approval (initial inspections); annual inspections, and special/compliant inspections and re-inspections to determine compliance with Housing Authority policy and procedures, and the Code of Federal Regulations that govern the HCV Program.

3. Performs, documents, records, and uploads into appropriate system initial, interim, move-out, special, or recertification inspections of units for compliance with HQS and City Code. Advises owners/landlords and program participants of inspection results, ensures required repairs are completed, and encourages proper maintenance of units. Prepares all inspection-related correspondence, documents, and reports in a timely and accurate manner.

4. Identify the need of any repair(s) and/or HQS deficiencies and clearly indicates the nature of the problem(s)/deficiencies on a standardized inspection form or electronic tablet.

5. Presents HQS information at applicant, tenant, and moving briefings.

6. Enforce Lead-Based Paint Regulations (e.g. to make visual assessment for deteriorated paint violations during initial, annual, and special/complaint inspections; assuring clearance examinations are have been achieved when required; meeting requirements for children under age six).

7. Determine unit type, bedroom size and utility services for inspections performed.

8. Properly informs participants, property owners/managers of inspection result and clearly relays any deficiencies found for corrective action in a timely manner.

9. Assists with landlord meetings to attract new and maintain current landlords. Ensures the program is landlord-friendly without sacrificing duty to participants and to HUD.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma/GED with a minimum of one (1) year experience in public or private inspector/general construction experience at the journeyman level. Valid driver's license and use their own personal insurable vehicle to perform inspections.

The Housing Authority of Kansas City, Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation details: 18.23-18.23 Hourly Wage

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