Inspection Specialist

Position: Housing Inspection Specialist

Housing Inspection Specialist

Job : 108091

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Clackamas County Core Values

• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another.

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

Closing Date

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be on Wednesday, January 21, 2026
. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

Pay and Benefits

• Annual Pay Range: $52,374.21 - $66,048.33
• Hourly Pay Range: $26.86 - $33.87
• Salary offers based on relevant experience.
• Competitive wages, merit increases, robust sick and vacation plan.
• Health and wellness classes and events, alternative care benefits.
• Generous paid time off: 12 hours of vacation per month, 8 hours of sick leave per month.
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year.
• Membership in PERS/OPSRP with employer-paid 6% contribution.
• Choice of medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Longevity pay and additional optional benefits.

Job Details and Qualifications

The Housing Authority of Clackamas County seeks a skilled and versatile Housing Inspection Specialist. The candidate will inspect housing units for compliance with Federal and local regulations and establish strong relationships with landlords.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience in a housing authority, property management, construction, code compliance, or social services.
• Knowledge of NSPIRE, HQS, UPCS, lead‑based paint regulations, Fair Housing, and ADA requirements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse population and remain composed with challenging individuals.
• Can work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Special Qualifications

• Experience working in a public housing authority or similar program.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local landlord‑tenant laws, including Section 8 and HUD Public Housing.
• Experience with low‑income families, individuals with disabilities, or other vulnerable populations.
• Certifications in NSPIRE, HQS, UPCS, or equivalent HUD inspection certifications.
• Proficiency with inspection management software or handheld data collection tools.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Pass post‑offer pre‑employment drug test.
• Pass criminal history check (including fingerprint records).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; driving may be required for County business.

Post‑Employment Requirement

• Obtain the Housing Quality Standards Certification or equivalent HUD certification within six months of hire.

Typical Tasks

• Prepare paperwork for initial inspections and inspect dwelling units for compliance with HUD standards; use handheld device to record and upload findings.
• Serve as initial contact with landlords, answering questions and providing information about landlord guarantee programs.
• Schedule and track annual or biennial inspections; notify supervisors of substandard conditions.
• Respond to tenant inquiries, perform damage claim inspections, and process payments to owners.
• Provide referrals and maintain records related to tenant and landlord information.
• Negotiate repairs and ensure compliance with Section 8 requirements.
• Maintain landlord handbooks, attend fair housing workshops, conduct trainings, and recruit new landlords.

Work Schedule

This position is part of the county's alternate workweek program: 37.5 hours Monday‑Thursday (Friday off). Specific hours discussed upon offer. The position is on‑site/in‑person and requires work at the designated location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources before the recruitment close date.

Recruiting Questions

James Callahan, Recruiter
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