HOUSING REHABILITATION SPECIALIST

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed historic charm with a breathtaking art museum, top-flight cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities, and great restaurants. 

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity

THIS POSITION IS A SIX MONTH, TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OPPORTUNITY; A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT DOES NOT PROVIDE OR LEAD TO CIVIL SERVICE STATUS.  THIS IS A NON-BENEFITTED POSITION.

The Housing Rehabilitation Specialist provides technical assistance and oversight for projects throughout the Department of City Development’s Housing Rehabilitation Programs, including conducting inspections, preparing cost-estimated scopes of work, assisting homeowners with bidding and contractor selection, monitoring construction and approving payments to contractors.

Inspection and Oversight

• Inspect properties to determine the improvements required to achieve program standards.       
• Create rehabilitation specifications (i.e., “scopes of work”) and drawings that assure compliance with federal, state, and local housing codes and program requirements, including lead safety and energy efficiency.
• Conduct preconstruction conferences, perform interim and final inspections during construction, and approve payments to contractors.
• Coordinate with the Housing Program Specialists to advise homeowners on rehabilitation projects and determine eligibility for loans and assistance under City of Milwaukee's housing rehabilitation programs.
• Mediate issues that may occur during the term of construction, including resolving disputes between homeowners and contractors.

Documentation

• Assist clients with obtaining and reviewing bids or proposals.
• Prepare and present rehabilitation plans and technical reports for review and approval by the supervisor and internal loan committee.
• Prepare contract documents for owners and contractors.
• Complete documentation from the field including inspection notes, updates to project tracking database, and compiles other documentation required for compliance with program requirements.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

Please be advised that new employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date. You can find further information relative to the City’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy here.

1. Associate degree in architecture, engineering, building construction or a related field from an accredited college or university

2. Three years of experience in the residential construction industry (such as a carpenter, site superintendent, or building trades inspector).

3. Valid driver's license and the availability of a properly-insured personal vehicle for use on the job at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Automobile allowance is provided.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Experience administering federally funded housing rehabilitation programs. 
• Bilingual in Spanish/English or Hmong/ English.
• Familiarity with regulations of government programming, contracts, and proposals.

TECHNICAL

• Knowledge of building, construction and rehabilitation principles and design standards, including knowledge of interior and exterior finishes.
• Knowledge of codes related to fire, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, real estate and zoning.
• Proficiency using word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
• Ability to learn proprietary software.
• Ability to understand financial information to perform accurate calculations.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as square footage, roof pitch, floor area, window area, and site perimeter.
• Ability to inspect properties, apply codes, recognize non-compliance and make suggestions for improvements are needed to meet program guidelines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical material and building codes.
• Ability to take onsite measurements, perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to track project budget and record data accurately.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL

• Verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information in an understandable manner and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people (e.g. property owners, contractors, co-workers and community organizations) in person, on the telephone and in a public setting.
• Customer service skills to ensure exceptional service is provided to the public to meet their needs.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to create rehabilitation plans accurately and create clear and concise business correspondence.
• Ability to show empathy, treat all persons fairly, and provide uniform enforcement.
• Ability to handle a variety of situations, i.e., cope with angry persons and mediate volatile or tense situations, be persuasive, and work collaboratively.
• Ability to work effectively with people from all cultural, educational and socioeconomic backgrounds to accomplish program goals.

CRITICAL THINKING AND PROFESSIONALISM

• Ability to work efficiently and independently, and exercise sound judgment to make decisions. 
• Ability to plan and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust priorities as necessary.
• Problem solving skills to recognize and recommend solutions.
• Honesty and integrity to meet professional standards for handling confidential information and politically sensitive issues.

The current salary is (Pay Range 2GN) is $63,395 annually ($2,438 biweekly) and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $65,297 ($2,511 biweekly).  Appointment will be made at the beginning of the pay range and in accordance with the City of Milwaukee salary ordinance.

Initial Filing date

• The selection process will be conducted as soon as practical after the deadline date listed above.
• Receipt of application materials may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the city have been met.  The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting https://www.jobapscloud.com/MIL/.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.