Section Inspector
Job in
Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, 31900, USA
Listing for:
Columbushousing
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18.81 - 26.89 USD Hourly
USD
18.81
26.89
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Section 8 Inspector
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Section 8 Inspector
Full Time Columbus, GA, US 1 Attachments
3 days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $18.81 To $26.89 Hourly
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under supervision of the Section 8 Inspector Supervisor, the incumbent performs physical on-site inspections of Section 8 housing according to Authority policy. Work involves conducting periodic inspections to determine compliance with Housing Quality Standards, and conducting re‑inspections where necessary. Performance of the duties requires thorough knowledge of performance requirements in accordance with Housing and Urban Development Regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The statements contained here reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
The functions listed are also examples of duties that may be required and in no way imply a contractual agreement between the employer and employee or affect the at‑will relationship between the parties.
Conducts housing inspections and determines compliance; performs initial, annual, and special inspections to include follow‑up inspections of units. Inspects all areas including site, building exterior, building construction, building systems, common areas, and appliances.Develops and maintains rapport with owners, managers, and clients; explains program requirements and answers questions from clients and owners.Advises owners, managers and clients on how to correct deficiencies to meet housing quality standards and negotiate compliance date.Arranges inspections by priority and contacts owners and residents to schedule appointments.Evaluates corrections of any Housing Quality Standard deficiency and approves unit for HAP payments.Logs information into the computer and maintains controls for effective program monitoring.Prepares rent reasonableness for each file using data base and negotiates rent accordingly.Prepares inspection reports for supervisor review.Maintains record of 24 hour-48 hour health and safety hazards and delivers to responsible party for immediate corrective action.Conducts landlord meetings as needed on rules and regulations.Maintains certification and monitors changes in HUD regulations and requirements. Attends training as needed.Performs other related duties as required.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).Knowledge of the purposes, policies, and regulations of the Housing Authority as established by the Board of Commissioners.Knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws governing public and other subsidized housing programs including health and fire regulations, landlord/tenant regulations, leasing of property and evictions.Knowledge of the methods and materials used in the building trade fields.Knowledge of building and housing codes used in the Housing Authority inspections program.Knowledge of building maintenance problems.Knowledge of assisted housing activities and operations at the federal, state, and local levels in both the public and private sectors.Knowledge of report preparation techniques and procedures and a demonstrated ability to prepare and evaluate professional and technical reports, grant applications, and other documents.Knowledge of modern office equipment including copiers, personal computers, mainframe terminals, calculators, facsimile machines, etc.Ability to understand, act on, and interpret policies, regulations, and procedures as set forth by the Housing Authority and/or HUD.Ability to prepare and present ideas in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.Ability to initiate work projects and work independently.Ability to establish and…
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