What are the responsibilities and job description for the REHAB FIELD INSPECTOR - Community Development position at Tarrant County College?
Summary
The Rehab Field Inspector will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Community Development department including performing comprehensive field inspections and technical assessments for homeowner rehabilitation program. Documents field conditions for Public Works projects. Collects data for Program Coordinators to support contractor compliance as required by HUD, Davis-Bacon, housing standards and local policy.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent maybe required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.?
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Do you have a High School diploma?
Do you have three (3) years’ experience in construction, inspection, code compliance or related fields?
Walk through your experience conducting residential property inspections, including how you identify and document safety or structural deficiencies.
04
Describe a time you had to explain inspection results or code requirements to a homeowner or contractor who wasn’t familiar with them. How did you ensure they understood the next steps?
05
Tell me about your experience preparing scopes of work or cost estimates for construction or rehabilitation projects. What process do you follow to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards or guidelines?
06
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record?
The Rehab Field Inspector will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Community Development department including performing comprehensive field inspections and technical assessments for homeowner rehabilitation program. Documents field conditions for Public Works projects. Collects data for Program Coordinators to support contractor compliance as required by HUD, Davis-Bacon, housing standards and local policy.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Meets with property owners to explain the rehabilitation program, answer basic questions, and provide guidance through the repair process.
- Conducts comprehensive homeowner property inspections to identify and document health, safety, and structural deficiencies in utility systems, building components, and exterior housing conditions.
- Performs detailed field measurements, including roofing, and prepare accurate, standardized work write-ups and cost estimates for homeowner rehabilitation projects.
- Submits inspection results and work scopes for review and funding determination by the Program Manager and Rehabilitation Committee.
- Notifies property owners of inspection results, deficiencies, and next steps.
- Conducts and documents initial, progress, and final inspections of rehabilitation projects to verify compliance with approved scopes of work.
- Identifies and documents change order items, ensuring that no unapproved changes are made to the scope of work.
- Monitors public works and rehabilitation projects to verify required signage, observe worksite activity, conduct Davis-Bacon interviews, photograph area and confirm progress.
- Participates in bid openings and rehab committee meetings.
- Assists homeowners with completing program forms and other required paperwork.
- Communicates effectively with homeowners, contractors, and staff to resolve project-related issues.
- Ensures work performed meets program standards, HUD guidelines, and applicable building codes.
- Maintains accurate field notes, inspection logs, and digital project documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.?
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.?
- Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.?
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.?
- Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.?
- Advanced analytical skills.???
- Knowledge of residential construction materials, and rehabilitation techniques.
- Understanding of city codes and housing standards.
- Ability to use ladders, measurement tools, and inspection equipment safely.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Three (3) years’ experience in construction, inspection, code compliance or related field
- Must have a valid Texas driver's license, a good driving record
- Associate’s degree preferred
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent maybe required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.?
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
- Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
Do you have a High School diploma?
- Yes
- No
Do you have three (3) years’ experience in construction, inspection, code compliance or related fields?
- Yes
- No
Walk through your experience conducting residential property inspections, including how you identify and document safety or structural deficiencies.
04
Describe a time you had to explain inspection results or code requirements to a homeowner or contractor who wasn’t familiar with them. How did you ensure they understood the next steps?
05
Tell me about your experience preparing scopes of work or cost estimates for construction or rehabilitation projects. What process do you follow to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards or guidelines?
06
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question