Job Location Oklahoma City Housing Authority - Oklahoma City, OK 73117 Salary Range $36,292.00 - $54,438.00 Salary
SCOPE:
Responsible for assisting in the performance of technical functions necessary in the development and administration of new construction and modernization programs.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Directly responsible to the Assistant Director of Technical Services.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Advises on the technical aspects relating to the development and modernization of public housing within current laws and established policies.
Develops project specifications, evaluates Contractor submittals, reviews and initiates change orders, and reviews plans and specifications.
Inspects in-progress and completed individual Contractor work.
Monitors various testing and test results and prepares reports in accordance with established policies and laws under the guidance of the Director of Technical Services.
Develops Energy Conservation Program requirements, including evaluation of needs, current conditions, and scheduling.
Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED
College graduate with major emphasis in construction/modernization, or two years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Knowledge and skills in commercial and/or residential construction, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, roofing and concrete work. Experience in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications. Skill in conveying technical information verbally and in writing. Perform efficiently and effectively with little or no supervision. Communicate effectively and courteously with people and retain proprietary information as confidential. Ability to comply with Authority attendance policies. Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
PHYSICAL
Ability to climb steps/stairs/ladders. Able to enter and access all areas of all buildings and dwelling units for which responsible. Near vision sufficient to perform inspections, prepare reports, read specifications, read computer products, etc. Hearing sufficient to effectively communicate by telephone and in person with office staff, contractors, etc. All physical requirements are evaluated based on the ability to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation under the ADA.
This position is not eligible to telework.
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) exists to fulfill its mission of providing affordable, decent, safe and sanitary housing or housing assistance with quality environments and opportunities to low or fixed income residents of Oklahoma City.
OCHA has several housing programs that assist in fulfilling our mission. OCHA owns and operates 2,920 Public Housing Apartments that are directly subsidized by HUD. In addition to the Public Housing Program, OCHA administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program which is also funded by HUD. Our Housing Choice Voucher Program provides 4,696 vouchers used by low-income families to cover a portion of the monthly rent for privately owned apartments or homes. In total, OCHA provides 7,616 units of low-income assisted housing in all areas of Oklahoma City.
