What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Housing Inspector position at Housing Authority of Baltimore City?
About Us
Founded in 1937, The Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) has kept the promise of public housing alive. It has done so by maintaining and modernizing its buildings and enriching the lives of its residents through innovative social services, recreational and educational programs, and job training initiatives. What makes HABC successful is the dedication of its employees and its history of strong leadership.
Position Summary
Under general supervision, this position conducts inspections for the Housing Authority of Baltimore City’s (“HABC” or “Authority”) Public Housing units to support the Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) evaluation process. Duties include assessing code violations, based on REAC grading system, notification of inspections, entry of work orders for repairs needed, conducting inspection comparability and breach of lease suggestion. Performance of the duties requires some knowledge of building construction techniques, lease provisions, applicable REAC scoring and violations, health, lead paint, fungal growth and fire protection safety violations, as well as electrical and mechanical requirements. Training through a certified vendor in REAC inspections will be required.
All activities must support HABC’s mission, strategic goals, and objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.
- Conducts housing inspections and assesses REAC and housing code violations; and determines the level of score deduction based on the violation, is responsible for entering work orders based on the violations; maintains and compares records of inspections. Minimum of five (5) inspections (25 per week) to ensure every unit is inspected at least twice per year.
- Attends and conducts monthly staff trainings on REAC procedures and HITS and Five Alive.
- Explains REAC violation to property managers, contractor, maintenance personnel and tenants. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with site staff and quality control management.
- Responsible for sending the required notification of inspection to residents. Communicates with Asset Manager regarding any housekeeping or repetitive tenant caused damage that constitutes Breach of Lease based on comparison of previous inspection records. Keeps record of all inspections with photographic documentation.
- Evaluates and determines point value loss for each infraction found in the unit. Enters work orders based on the level of infraction in accordance with repair plan. Assists with closing out completed work orders relevant to inspections.
- Required to report any grounds/common area hazards that are discovered during the daily inspections.
- Attends all REAC inspections for training.
- Knowledge of Capital Plan Replacement items is required to avoid work order duplication.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience
- Graduation from an accredited high school, vocational school, or equivalent, preferably supplemented by technical courses in the building construction or related trades. Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in building construction or building trades and housing inspection work. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and/or Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) Certification preferred, but not required.
Location
Scattered Sites
Baltimore, Maryland 21213
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to travel to various HABC properties for assessment. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grabbing; moving about the properties; crawling and lifting. Additionally, operating computers and other office equipment; and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds.
Other Requirements
- You must successfully pass a prescreening investigation, including employment and education verification.
- Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position. Upon employment, you will be required to serve a 6-month probationary period.
- All new employees are required to receive at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot in a two-shot series or be fully vaccinated prior to the date of hire.
How You Will Be Evaluated
If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be scored based upon your responses to the vacancy questions. The top-rated applications will be reviewed for the quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position.
Your application will be rated on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position. If you do not receive any communication from us within the next 4-6 weeks regarding this position, you are not being considered for this position and should reapply for other vacancies.
This posting will remain active until filled.