Imagineers LLC is a highly regarded Housing Program and Property Management Company in Hartford. We manage the Housing Choice Voucher program for numerous housing authorities including the City of Hartford, as well as managing over 200 Condominium Associations and Rental Properties throughout the State of Connecticut. We are a family-oriented company and our roots date back to 1973.
As a Housing Inspector at Imagineers, you will conduct residential property inspections under the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program evaluating properties for compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and applicable National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE). You will maintain a caseload of ongoing inspections, and you will also be responsible for day-to-day program functions. Additionally, the candidate will be required to successfully pass the Housing Inspector training certification requirements within 12 months of hire.
Housing Inspector responsibilities include:
Inspections: Conduct initial, annual, follow-up, and complaint-based inspections of residential rental properties; Evaluate properties for compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and applicable National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE); Identify health, safety, maintenance, and structural deficiencies.
Reports, Documentation & Communication: Prepare accurate inspection reports and document violations; Communicate inspection findings professionally with landlords, property managers, and tenants.
Maintain records: Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with program requirements; Stay informed of applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations.
Hartford residents and minorities are encouraged to apply.
You must have the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Two years' experience in housing inspections, property maintenance, construction, building code enforcement, or a related field preferred.
- Knowledge of HUD Section 8 inspection requirements preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proper phone etiquette.
- Ability to work independently and manage daily inspection schedules.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and a fully insured motor vehicle
- Proficient computer skills for completing inspection reports and maintaining records.
- Must have strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Quick learner who works well independently, takes initiative, is a self-starter, responsible, reliable and mature.
We offer attractive wages and full benefits package including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401(k) with a Match
- 2 1/2 weeks Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
- Paid Holidays including floating holiday
- Disability/Life
More About Imagineers....
Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We would not be the successful company we are without our dedicated and hardworking employees and their contributions. We invest in our employees, offering continuous training and professional development opportunities so they can grow with us. We foster a collaborative and supportive work culture where everyone's voice is valued, and innovation is encouraged. Come and grow with us.