Housing Development Coordinator (CHSA)

Purpose

Bring your talent and we’ll bring the opportunities. Join the Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. (CHSA) today as a Housing Development Coordinator. This position is responsible for coordinating and assisting with management functions related to all development, inspections and associated tasks involving new housing construction, existing housing improvements, home purchases, and vacant and existing property maintenance projects, program oversight, budgeting, compliance monitoring, and staff training.

About the Role

Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. (CHSA) is a local nonprofit 501(c)(3) housing organization established in 1989 by the City of Savannah in partnership with banking and community leaders to create and retain affordable housing. CHSA also leverages public and private investments to bring housing opportunities to underserved neighborhoods in Chatham County.

Essential Job Functions

• Identifies and evaluates suitable lots or property for future development of affordable and workforce housing in Chatham County.
• Captures and reviews plans, specifications, and detailed cost estimates for housing construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with new housing construction and development projects.
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with vacant and occupied housing repair, improvement, renovation and annual certification projects.
• Coordinates and performs all inspection tasks associated with the property acquisition and maintenance including ensuring that vacant properties are secured and maintained in compliance with property maintenance codes.
• Coordinates, prepares and reviews plans, specifications and detailed cost estimates for housing construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates, reviews, for cost reasonableness and accuracy, contractor pricing for housing construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates, reviews and troubleshoots site preparation, water and sewer lateral, and building layout for accuracy and contract compliance.
• Coordinates and inspects construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects for contract compliance.
• Coordinates and performs progress, payment, punch list, final and warranty inspections.
• Coordinates, evaluates and facilitates resolution of problems that arise during and after construction, repair, improvement and renovation projects.
• Coordinates and maintains detailed project files with all required documents and field notes.
• Participates in the documentation and processing of information necessary for projects requiring lead paint, environmental, State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and local reviews.
• Works with property owners, developers, non-profits, city departments, surveyors, engineers, architects, contractors, realtors, bankers, and investors.
• Coordinates DreamMaker and other home purchase program inspection activities including inspecting houses, identifying and preparing lists of problems needing correction, certifying that houses meet minimum program standards, and working with home buyers, property owners, realtors, and loan officers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Architecture or Construction Management; with three years of experience in community development, project management, construction management or contract administration; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Lead Renovation Repair and Paint (RRP) certifications must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
• Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor and/or Lead Assessor/Supervisor may be required within 24 months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements

• Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

City Of Savannah Employee Benefits Overview

• Paid Holiday
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
• Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Retirement Seminars
• PPO Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Health & Wellness Incentives
• Long Term Disability
• Excellence and Service Recognition
• Employee Development and In-Service Training
• Education Assistance Program
• Uniform Allowance (select positions)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts and Memberships
• Employee Relations
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Pretax Parking Deductions
• Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
• Domestic Partnership Benefits
• Healthcare PPO Medical Plus Plan
• Healthcare PPO Medical Basic Plan
• Dental Plus Plan
• Dental Basic Plan
• Vision Service Plan
• Life Insurance
• Basic Life and ADD Supplemental Life
• Employee Supplemental Life
• Spouse Supplemental Life
• Child Benefits

Required Questions

• 01 Please select your highest level of education.
• 02 Briefly describe your experience coordinating housing development, construction, or rehabilitation projects.
• 03 Briefly describe your experience conducting inspections related to housing construction, rehabilitation, or property maintenance.
• 04 Briefly describe your experience reviewing construction plans, specifications, and contractor cost estimates.
• 05 Briefly describe your experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, or local housing program requirements.
• 06 Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history?