Job Title

Job Family

Job Code

Job Exempt

Housing Development Program Manager

Non_Bargaining

AZM06

Pay Grade

Pay Rate Type

Minimum

Midpoint

Maximum

NB113

Salary

$34.60

$44.11

$53.62

Job Description

Performs professional and technical work in the development and implementation of the City's housing assistance programs. Supervises technical staff who inspect single and multi-family housing rehabilitation and construction projects, process loans, and determine eligibility. Reviews construction plans and specifications, estimates project costs, evaluates bids, schedules projects, and inspects work performed by contractors. Conducts on-site inspections which involves bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, and walking, and exposure to weather conditions. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Division Manager and is reviewed through direct observation, conferences, reports submitted, and results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Construction Technology/Management, or related field and four (4) or more years experience in residential building construction including rehabilitation cost estimating and specification preparation; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Previous experience in housing rehabilitation highly desired. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Certification by the Southern Building Code Congress International or Building Official's Association of Florida as a Building Inspector or a Class A, B, or C Contractor's License. Additional certifications in residential trades desired.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Supervises the activities of technical and paraprofessional staff engaged in housing inspection, rehabilitation specification writing, home owner eligibility assessment, loan processing, and loan closing to ensure City residents are provided with effective and efficient housing counseling and rehabilitation assistance.

Reviews and evaluates rehabilitation bids for conformance with specification requirements; interviews contractors, explains/interprets job requirements. and recommends bid award to Division Manager.

Prepares and/or reviews plans and specifications and estimates project costs using knowledge of labor, material, and equipment requirements; establishes work plan and costs for each phase of project; writes technical descriptions specifying material qualities, quantities, and properties and procedural requirements; reviews housing project proposals and plans developed by contractors; and determines time frame, costs, staffing requirements, methods, and procedures for accomplishment of project.

Establishes and maintains internal operating and construction procedures consistent with City code as well as state and federal regulations.

Coordinates bid process for electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, and general contractors to perform housing rehabilitation work; submits completed and approved bid packages for contractor bids; and supplies list of approved contractors.

Oversees and inspects all housing projects work in progress at construction sites to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, City codes, accepted industry practices, and established schedules; consults with and advises contractors regarding progress, plan changes, and/or problems.

Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget; reviews applications for contract payments, verifies accuracy of contract payments; verifies accuracy of amount due and work completed; and recommends approval/disapproval of payment requests.

Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of all housing programs regarding construction and recommends appropriate changes.

Maintains project files reflecting construction and inspection activities; prepares monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports for federal, state, and local departments and agencies; and operates personal computer.

Designs, develops, and implements the policies and procedures for the rehabilitation program.

Is responsible for developing and managing the annual budget for housing development projects.

Presents housing rehabilitation program to the public and new contractors on a semi-annual basis.

Keeps abreast of the changes in the construction industry and practices; incorporates all relevant and beneficial changes into the Department's construction practices, including national sustainability practices.

Leverages outer community action programs to meet and serve the City of Orlando residents in the most effective manner.

Addresses underperforming contractors.

Works with internal and external partners and departments to complete the Department's desired construction-related goals.

Keeps abreast of the changes in state and federal funding sources; implements all relevant and beneficial changes for the Department's construction practices and federal and state funding.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of construction principles, practices, methods, and materials.

Knowledge of national and local building, electrical, plumbing, environmental protection, zoning, minimum housing, federal housing program regulations, and other related codes and regulations.

Knowledge of developments, current literature, and sources of information in the fields of construction and inspection.

Knowledge of techniques and methods of computing cost estimates and preparing construction plans and specifications.

Knowledge of objectives and procedures of community redevelopment and rehabilitation programs.

Some knowledge of real estate principles, practices, laws, and mortgage processing.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to prepare and interpret construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

Ability to maintain records as well as prepare and present oral and written reports effectively.

Ability to consult with and enlist the cooperation of building owners and contractors and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside agencies, and the general public.

Ability to conduct physical inspection of building/construction sites which involves walking over uneven terrain, bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing hills and stairs.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside agencies, and the general public.

Ability to plan, direct, and supervise the work of paraprofessional and technical employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROMOTION: N/A.