City of Long Beach

HOUSING PROGRAM INSPECTOR (COMMUNITY PROGRAM TECHNICIAN III)

City of Long Beach  •  $57k - $78k/yr  •  Long Beach, CA (Remote)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Posting number: HE26-064

Department: Health & Human Services - (UC)

Division: HE-HOUSING-PROGRAM OPS

Job classification: COMMUNITY PROGRAM TECHNICIAN I-IV

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Housing, Public Health, Community and Social Services


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The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for one (1) unclassified Community Program Technician III to serve as a Housing Inspector in the Housing Authority Bureau. The Housing Program Inspector conducts physical inspections of assisted housing properties participating in Housing Authority programs to determine compliance with HUD’s National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and Housing Authority requirements. The position reports to the Housing Authority building, 1500 Hughes Way Suite C-300, Long Beach, CA 90810; however, the majority of the position's work is performed in the field at properties throughout the Housing Authority's service area. The position requires operating a City vehicles as transportation for regular travel to and between inspection sites and the ability to work independently in a variety of residential environments. Upon successful completion of the training period, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule in accordance with the City of Long Beach Hybrid Work Program Policy.

Examples of duties

Reporting to a Housing Assistance Coordinator this position will:

  • Perform inspections of housing units in accordance with federal, state, and local building codes, and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, NSPIRE (National Standards of the Physical Inspection of Real Estate) requirements, including the identification of potential lead hazards.
  • Perform re-inspections of previously failed units and follow up on complaints to ensure compliance with building codes and NSPIRE, uploads inspection reports, documents, and accompanying data into the electronic file management system and housing software.
  • Research policy manuals to maintain Housing Authority conformity to NSPIRE rules and regulations.
  • Determine comparable rents and rent reasonableness for appropriate contract rent of housing units.
  • Submit written reports regarding inspections result.
  • Consult with property owners on housing unit compliance for rental programs.
  • Respond to tenant and owner inquiries.
  • Complete and submit all necessary inspection forms, including violations of NSPIRE inspection standards.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Two (2) years of full-time professional experience in providing technical support for the delivery of grant related programs, grant related activities, and grant related services.
    • College education in Public Health, Public or Business Administration, Social Work, or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. (Proof of education required.*)
  • A valid motor vehicle operator license. Field travel is required.

*Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees and/or certification, must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant’s name or other identifying characteristic on the documentation. Degrees must indicate the field of study and conferral date on diploma or transcript. Candidates who possess degrees from college or university from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

Supplemental information

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST, on Friday, August 21, 2026To be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment.Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7008.


EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included. We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, promote fair and equitable employment practices, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act


The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov)


The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7008.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

image-20200729124843-1.pngThis information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact Talent Acquisition two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
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Long Beach, with a population of approximately 465,000, covers 52 square miles in Southwest Los Angeles County and is the seventh largest city in California. It has some of the best shoreline, marinas and beaches in Southern California, and a superb climate moderated by pleasant ocean breezes. The City of Long Beach is recognized as the home of the Queen Mary, the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Long Beach Grand Prix, America's cargo gateway to the Pacific Rim through the Port of Long Beach (the Nation's second business container port), one of the world's most environmentally safe off-shore oil operations and numerous major business and commercial enterprises.

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