Housing Inspector

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

The Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development works to facilitate, inform, and advise the community on the development and implementation of strategies to address the unmet housing needs of all Loudoun County residents. The department also develops funding opportunities and provides grants and loans to help preserve, provide access to, and add to the supply of affordable housing. It provides programs to increase affordable housing opportunities for Loudoun's low- to moderate-income households, including homebuyers and renters, as well as nonprofits and affordable housing developers.

Mission:
Producing and preserving affordable housing for Loudoun County's diverse residents by implementing safe and affordable rental and homeownership opportunities, promoting community development, and advocating for impactful programs that meet evolving housing needs.

Vision:
Strengthening communities by eliminating barriers to ensure every resident has the opportunity to obtain a safe and sustainable place to call home.

Our Core Values:
Integrity; Stewardship; Equity

Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, this position develops and maintains community resources to assist in meeting housing needs within the County. This position inspects properties to ensure they meet established housing quality standards; makes recommendations to correct deficiencies; analyzes rents to determine reasonableness; provides reports of suspected fraud to investigators; develops and maintains community resources to support program; and develops working relationships with landlords, tenants, and the public.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred); three (3) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspection Certification or National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) Certification within the last five (5) years.

Successful Candidates will undergo background checks as required.

Hold certification for or obtain National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) training within six (6) months of hire.