Housing Development Coordinator (CHSA)

Bring your talent and we’ll bring the opportunities.  Join the Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. (CHSA) today as a Housing Development Coordinator.  This position is responsible for coordinating and assisting with management functions related to all development, inspections and associated tasks involving new housing construction, existing housing improvements, home purchases, and vacant and existing property maintenance projects, program oversight, budgeting, compliance monitoring, and staff training.  

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Essential Job Functions

• Identifies and evaluates suitable lots or property for future development of affordable and workforce housing in Chatham County. 
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with new housing construction and development projects.
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with vacant and occupied housing repair, improvement, renovation and annual certification projects.
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with the property acquisition and maintenance including ensuring that vacant properties are secured and maintained in compliance with property maintenance codes.
• Coordinates, prepares and reviews plans, specifications, and detailed cost estimates for housing construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates and reviews, for cost reasonableness and accuracy, contractor pricing for housing construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates, reviews and troubleshoots site preparation, water and sewer lateral, and building layout for accuracy and contract compliance.
• Coordinates and inspects construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects for contract compliance.
• Coordinates and performs progress, payment, punch list, final and warranty inspections.
• Coordinates, evaluates and facilitates resolution of problems that arise during and after construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates and maintains detailed project files with all required documents and field notes.
• Participates in the documentation and processing of information necessary for projects requiring lead paint, environmental, State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and local reviews.
• Works with property owners, developers, non-profits, city departments, surveyors, engineers, architects, contractors, realtors, bankers, and investors.

• Coordinates DreamMaker and other home purchase program inspection activities including inspecting houses, identifying and preparing lists of problems needing correction, certifying that houses meet minimum program standards, and working with home buyers, property owners, realtors, and loan officers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Architecture or Construction Management; with three years of experience in community development, project management, construction management or contract administration; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Lead Renovation Repair and Paint (RRP) certifications must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.  Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor and/or Lead Assessor/Supervisor may be required within 24 months of employment.

 Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history. 

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge, SkilIs & Abilities:

• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.

• Knowledge of real estate laws.

• Knowledge of property acquisition, property evaluation, property maintenance, construction, renovation, building systems, tape and other measurements, specification preparation, and cost estimating.

• Knowledge of building codes.

• Knowledge of housing loan standards, procedures, and guidelines.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.

• Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.

• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.

• Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.

• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Standards: 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: Work is performed under the general direction of the Director. The work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include Housing and Urban Development code of federal regulations, city codes and ordinances, the city building code, and International Building Codes. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. 

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied administrative and supervisory duties. Considerable analytical ability is needed to select, evaluate, and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies, and procedures is required.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to administer construction and rehabilitation activities for the department. Participating with others (within and/or outside of community/agency) in program development, service delivery, and supervision of subordinate staff; moderate to serious impact. Successful performance in this position results in the provision of safe and affordable housing for city residents. 

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Regular contact with persons of importance and influence involving considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion. Contacts are typically with co-workers, city employees, elected and appointed officials, representatives of lending institutions, planners, contractors, architects, realtors, neighborhood leaders, members of volunteer organizations, homeowners, homebuyers, renters, landlords, and members of the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. . This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office, which involves occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements (dust, heat, fumes, cold, noise, vibration, or wetness), and accidents are improbable, other than minor injuries. The work is typically performed in an office or outdoors. 

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: Supervision is exercised over all division personnel.