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Baltimore County · 3 weeks ago

HCVP Inspections Supervisor - Non-Merit

Towson, MD

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Baltimore County is seeking an HCVP Inspections Supervisor for the Department of Housing and Community Development. The role involves planning, coordinating, and supervising the enforcement of housing quality standards for the Housing Choice Voucher Program, ensuring compliance with various building codes and regulations.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

HQS inspectionsSupervisory experienceBuilding codes knowledgeCivil engineeringPlumbing codes knowledgeElectrical codes knowledgeCustomer serviceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam managementAttention to detail

Required

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

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment

Some positions may require registration as a Journeyman or Master Plumber in Baltimore County

Some positions may require registration as a Master General Electrician in Baltimore County or possession of a Statewide Master Electrician License

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)