Housing Inspector

September 9, 2024

City of Chandler

Chandler

FULL TIME

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Neighborhoods and Redevelopment Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Housing Inspector. The position is scheduled to work 5 days, 8 hours.

Why work for Chandler?

Diverse and inclusive environment
Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
Professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who we are
The City of Chandler Public Housing Authority is administered by the Housing and Redevelopment Division, which oversees and manages Public Housing units and the Housing Choice Voucher: (Section 8) program.
The division also operates and links to other supportive services for those living in affordable and federally subsidized housing programs. Our primary focus is to provide affordable rental housing for low-income households. On occasion, we develop, operate or link to other affordable housing opportunities.

Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone who will perform specialized office and fieldwork involving planning, implementing, and coordinating public housing, Section 8 housing and affordable housing unit inspection activities.

Performs housing unit inspections.
Identifies defects and inadequacies and informs appropriate individuals (landlords, tenants, etc.).
Schedules appointments for move-in, annual, re-inspections, and special inspections.
Provides inspection reports to landlords.
Educates public on housing quality standards, policies, rules, and regulations.
Assesses damages and establishes deadlines for work completion.
Conducts research of property owners, landlords and participants.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records related to applicable housing programs.
Performs administrative tasks in Yardi software and NSPIRE standards.
Testifies and presents information in administrative hearings and/or court proceedings.

To view the complete job description, please click here.

Minimum qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED
2 years of experience in public housing inspections or Section 8
Housing Quality Standards Certification within six (6) months of hire or promotion
Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.