Housing Inspection Specialist

Housing Inspection Specialist

Job ID: 108091

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

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:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit

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.

CLOSE 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: $26.858571 - $33.870939

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits so that you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals! This means you have access to vacation leave at the time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick leave accrued per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Longevity pay

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full-time County position represented by the Housing Authority Employee Association.

https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/58716e13-6013-46a6-8bba-7f648d6ed445

http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Housing Authority of Clackamas County is seeking a skilled and versatile Housing Inspection Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate, under general supervision, will be responsible to inspect housing units for compliance with the National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE), the Housing Quality Standards (HQS), and Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) for a variety of programs that serve moderate and low-income residents and to establish strong working relationships with landlords and to do other work as required.

The ideal candidate possesses inspection experience and a strong working knowledge of NSPIRE, HQS, UPCS, lead-based paint regulations, as well as Fair Housing and ADA requirements. They are an excellent communicator, especially when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds or navigating difficult conversations. They are comfortable using handheld technology to input data in the field. They are equally confident working independently or as part of a collaborative team.

The Housing Authority of Clackamas County is a unique organization, a public corporation with a strong social mission, embedded in the county's Health, Housing, and Human Services Department. We serve people and are deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do.

This recruitment may also be used to create an eligibility list to fill future openings while the list remains active.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• At least two (2) years of relevant experience working in a housing authority, property management, construction, code compliance, social services, or a related field that involved applying federal, state, or local regulations

• Knowledge of NSPIRE, HQS, UPSC, lead-based paint regulations, Fair Housing, and ADA requirements on federal rental assistance programs as established by the Code of Federal Regulations

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population and maintain composure with people who may be angry

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience working in a public housing authority or similar government-funded housing program

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local landlord-tenant laws, including familiarity with landlord guarantee programs and housing subsidies such as Section 8 and/or HUD Public Housing

• Direct experience working with low-income families, individuals with disabilities, or other vulnerable populations, including the ability to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy

• Prior certification in NSPIRE, HQS, UPCS, or equivalent HUD inspection certifications

• Proficiency using inspection management software or handheld data collection tools, along with experience maintaining accurate electronic records and databases in a regulated environment

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test. https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/69fd8013-4594-4afd-bee9-f1e0aeab42ea

• Must pass a criminal history check, which may include national or state fingerprint records check

• Driving is required for County business regularly or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673

Post-Employment Requirements:

• Must obtain the Housing Quality Standards Certification or equivalent required HUD certification for Inspectors within six (6) months of hire

*For veterans qualified for Veterans' Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Prepares paperwork for initial inspections; inspects dwelling units for compliance with the HUD NSPIRE or HQS; ensures unit is safe and sanitary; uses a handheld device to record and upload findings into a database.

• Serves as initial contact with landlords if there are concerns regarding the household for which they are inspecting; responds to questions and provides information regarding landlord guarantee programs.

• Schedules and track timely annual or biennial inspections for compliance with federal, state or local requirements of rent assistance; notifies supervisor of any properties with substandard conditions or possible fair housing issues.

• Responds to telephone inquiries from owners/tenants regarding damage claims; performs damage claim inspections; prepares written findings, documents and processes claims for payment to owner; advises landlords and clients of inspection results and necessary corrective action; negotiates repairs with landlords/owners for compliance under the Section 8 subsidy; ensures repair deadlines are met and rent abated if not repaired in a timely fashion.

• Provides information/referrals to current/prospective landlords and property managers; maintains records and files on prospective tenants as it relate to the inspection lease-up process; maintains data of tenant records and unit information; prepares leases/contracts.

• May negotiate and adjust rent with landlords/owners; processes payment and/or change information for landlords in the account record; collects and enters W9, Direct Deposit and Property Management information.

• Maintains landlord handbooks; attends fair housing workshops, conducts trainings; actively recruits for new landlord participation; maintains a list of landlords that work with prior high rental barrier populations for placement consideration.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the county's alternate workweek program, working 37.5 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

• http://www.clackamas.us/

• http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/

• https://www.mthoodterritory.com/

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Housing Authority of Clackamas County is a public corporation, established under the federal Housing Act of 1937 and the provisions of Chapter 456 of the Oregon Revised Statutes. Although it is a separate public corporation, the HACC falls under the administrative structure of Clackamas County government. Created in 1938, HACC was the first housing authority established in the State of Oregon. The HACC provides affordable, safe, decent, and sanitary housing opportunities in a fiscally responsible manner to low-income people in Clackamas County.

http://www.clackamas.us/housingauthority/

The Housing and Community Development Division (HCDD), within the Department of Health, Housing & Human Services, manages homeless services programs and programs that provide housing and economic opportunities, community improvement and rehabilitation, and affordable housing development for low- and moderate-income residents of Clackamas County. HCD is comprised of the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC), Housing Services, and Community Preservation.

HCDD is a Division of the https://www.clackamas.us/h3s.

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring healthy families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high-quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged, and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.

• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable, and culturally responsive services.

• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently, and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f

• https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

• https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

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. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

James Callahan, Recruiter

mailto:JCallahan@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6837197

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