Housing Rehabilitation Specialist chez Kent County, MI

About the Department

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts technical inspections of residential properties throughout Kent County to ensure compliance with structural, mechanical, health, safety codes and standards. 
• Obtains and evaluates property hazard reports, code violation reports, work permits, and other necessary 3rd party reports when necessary to assess property repair needs.
• Identifies deficiencies and writes clear and concise scope of work specifications with cost estimates that address necessary major system repair needs, including hazard remediation work (e.g. lead, asbestos, radon, mold, etc.) in compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Prepares bid solicitation package, evaluates contractor bids/quotes, and selects qualified contractors to complete scope of work.
• Oversees housing rehabilitation and hazard remediation work, conducts site inspections, approves payments based on progress, recommends contract change orders, and ensures projects are started and completed within designated time frames.
• Prepares reports and other documentation on the progress of the rehabilitation activities.
• Attends outreach events to promote programs to property owners, residents and contractors.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

- Associate degree or certificate in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Architecture or related field OR possession of a residential builder’s license, trade license or completion of recognized apprenticeship program in a construction trade.
AND
- Two (2) years of experience in residential construction work or general contracting

- Must possess and maintain a valid state of Michigan motor vehicle operator’s license.
 
- Must be a Certified Lead Abatement Supervisor OR able to be certified within 6 months of employment.

- Experience preparing residential repair work specifications is preferred.

- Experience in federal and local housing construction and rehabilitation programs preferred.

Note:

• Employees in this classification perform field work at sites throughout Kent County. 
• This position is grant funded and is dependent on renewal of funding sources.

Other Qualifications

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