HOUSING REHABILITATION SPECIALIST I

Starting Pay: $21.8214 Hourly ($45,389)
After 1st Year: $22.4774 Hourly ($46,753)
After 2nd Year: $22.9584 Hourly ($47,753)
After 3rd Year: $23.8439 Hourly ($49,595)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in building/construction technology, construction management, engineering and other degrees as related;

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Two (2) years’ 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 Michigan driver’s license.

Must complete a HUD Approved lead inspector/risk assessor training course within six (6) months of employment. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer.

Must become a certified Lead Supervisor within six (6) months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in discharge from employment. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer.

Must become a certified Asbestos Inspector through a State of Michigan program within six (6) months of employment. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer. 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.

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.

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.

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;
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion.

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