Inspector – Public Housing
Perform inspections of public housing units/dwellings for compliance with National Standards for Physical Inspections of Real Estate (NSPIRE) inspection standards. The Public Housing Inspector conducts regular inspections of residential properties to assess their condition, identify necessary repairs, and ensure compliance with established safety and inspection standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Performs thorough inspections of public housing units before, during, and after occupancy for compliance with NSPIRE inspection standards, to access their condition and identify maintenance needs.
Performs annual inspections of all public housing stock.
Performs special inspections such as inspections due to property complaints, relocations, and property damages.
Ensure that housing units adhere to local, state and federal housing quality standards, including safety regulations and building codes.
Document inspection findings, prepare detailed reports, and communicate necessary repairs to or improvements to property management.
Maintain confidentiality and interact tactfully with residents, handling personal and financial information with discretion.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience/Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license
Building and housing inspection experience a plus
The salary range starts at $45,200.00/yr. or $21.73/hr. with an excellent benefits package, including paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as retirement savings opportunities.
The candidate hired will receive a bonus of $750.00 upon completion of six months’ employment, with an additional $750.00 to be paid after one full year of employment.
Applications or resumes may be sent to lhaemploy@lexha.org. Printable applications may be found on the LHA website www.lexha.org under Employment Opportunities. A pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check are required.