Employment Announcement
Inspector in Manufactured Housing Division
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderately complex journey-level investigative work for the Manufactured Housing Division in the Midland/Odessa West region. Work involves conducting inspections and investigations. Prepares reports on findings. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May testify in formal hearings or court proceedings. May teach installation instructions classes. May train others. May perform undercover or surveillance work regarding suspected violators. Inspector will work out of his or her home.
SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS
- Conducts retailer and installer audits, installation, city contract monitoring inspections, consumer complaint, and Portfolio Management & Compliance inspections.
- Conducts investigations of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations related to manufactured housing.
- Conducts interviews of identified witnesses in relation to complaints received and prepares findings report and submits in a timely manner.
- Conducts Migrant Labor Facility inspections for compliance with the rules.
- Performs sensitive inquiries in preparing for investigative case files for Department hearings.
- Assists citizens and consumers by providing accurate information regarding statutes in a helpful, professional manner to ensure the safety of all parties.
- Maintains reference material and inspection procedures along with maintaining equipment/supplies issued by the Manufactured Housing Division.
- Assists in coordinating and witnessing the assembly of multi-wide homes on site.
- Assists in preparing cases for hearings or court proceedings.
- Participates in training activities as provided by the Department.
- Responsible for becoming fully knowledgeable of the Department's Enterprise Risk Management Program and its affect in the Manufactured Housing Division, including performing risk assessments of the Manufactured Housing Division's high impact processes and identifying and communicating controls to mitigate unacceptable risks.
- Travel required is 85-95% by the use of personal automobile.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
- Minimum of one year hands on involvement in construction trades.
- Experience in performance of manufactured home installation inspections preferred.
- Experience in consumer complaint inspections/investigations is preferred.
- Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to crawl under small areas and climb a ladder frequently.
OTHER FACTORS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to conduct investigations, to interpret and apply laws and regulations; to conduct interviews and gather facts; to evaluate findings; to prepare concise reports; and to train others.
- Prefer working knowledge of structural, electrical, and plumbing aspects of manufactured homes is required.
- Ability to draft and write concise, complete, and accurate reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees, public officials, and the general public.
- Ability to learn and retain information necessary to conduct the assigned duties of the position.
- Experience in using, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit a State of Texas Application for Employment for this position before this posting closes. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications. Applicants may be asked to participate in a skills demonstration and/or presentation. TDHCA will only accept typing tests administered by Texas Workforce Commission. Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodation during the application process at (512) 475-3800.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION OPTIONS
- Mail:
Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 13941
Austin, TX 78711 - Email:
hrapplications@tdhca.state.tx.us - Hand Deliver:
Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs
221 East 11th Street
Austin, TX 78701
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be requested of final applicants.
- A signed application will be required prior to employment.
- Criminal history checks will be conducted before an offer of employment is extended.
- Only applicants who are interviewed will receive written notification of posting results.
ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
- Work in a non-smoking environment and adhere to applicable Department safety rules and personnel policies.
- Work additional hours as needed.
- Attend work regularly and adhere to approved work schedule.
- Must possess a valid State of Texas driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
- A 3 year driving record is required of out of state applicants. A Texas driving record will be obtained by Human Resources electronically through the Department of Public Safety for selected candidates.
Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between the ages of 18-26, will be required to present proof of Selective Service System registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement. The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to provide this information within the required timeframe will result in the offer being rescinded.
Equal Opportunity Employer
