HCVP Inspections Supervisor - Non-Merit

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Regular

Schedule:

34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Housing and Community Development.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions
and changes in job duties due to
reclassification
as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:

Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial Copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

• Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program housing inspections operations.
• Oversees and maintains the control system for the assigned Inspection caseloads to ensure that inspections are performed, and follow-up activity is completed on a timely basis.
• Supervises all initial, biennial, and complaint inspections.
• Assigns and reviews work of Rental Subsidy Program Inspectors.
• Reviews inspection and generates reports.
• Provides advice and consultation to owners and managers of units subsidized by the HCV Program.
• Consults with owners and managers to resolve violations.
• Serves as point of contact and responds to all inquiries related to inspections performed for applicants, program participants, and property owners.
• Makes field inspections to conduct quality control inspections.
• Supervises the issuance of letters failing units, abating payments and terminating contracts.
• Testifies at hearings and various court proceedings when required.
• Coordinates and directs the preparation of inspection activities reports.
• Keeps agency management informed of the progress of cases.
• Mediates complaints and Dwelling Lease violations regarding HQS unit inspection items between tenant and landlord/owner,
• Provides accurate information to tenant and landlord/owner questions, disputes and program rights and responsibilities with promptness, accuracy and efficiency, forward copies of follow up actions and written correspondences to appropriate management and department staff.
• Complies with Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) regarding Housing Quality Standards (HQS), occupancy and other related BCOH procedures, policies and regulations.
• Compiles data for reports required of the Housing Choice Voucher Program to submit for all inspection indicators.
• Investigates complaints of program abuse, document and take appropriate action in notifying department and management staff for resolution, per Housing Authority, HUD, Local, State, and Federal procedures, policies and regulations with promptness, accuracy and efficiency,
• Forwards copies of follow up actions and written correspondences to appropriate management and department staff.
• Operates an agency vehicle and obtains and maintains a current Driver’s License and evidence of a good driving record for pre and continued employment is required for the position.
• Maintains records of inspection activities.
• Prepares reports.

• Perform other related duties as required.

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NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this classification. They may not include all of the duties of each position in this classification. Each position in this classification may not be required to perform all of the duties listed.)

Bachelor's degree in architecture, business administration, civil or mechanical engineering, or a related field

Four years' experience in HQS (or similar) inspections, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.

(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required non-supervisory experience.)

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of HUD’s Housing Quality Standards.
• Skill in inspecting rental units to comply with HQS.
• Skill in interpreting and enforcing regulations.
• Skill in supervision of staff to…