EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description HOURLY WAGE RANGE: $18.41-$21.63*This role is exclusively on-site, requiring daily commutes to the office. Therefore, candidates must reside in the Detroit/Metro-Detroit area before employment*MISSION STATEMENTOur mission is to return the city's blighted and vacant properties to productive use. We utilize a variety of Sales programs to make homeownership and land purchases accessible to Detroiters. Plus, we take our commitment to revitalization one step further with our Compliance and Nuisance Abatement programs, requiring renovation and occupancy to improve neighborhoods, eliminate blight, and combat real estate speculation. The Detroit Land Bank Authority works directly with individual buyers, as well as Community Partner organizations and developers for projects big and small.ABOUT THIS OPPRITUNITY Join our team and be a catalyst for positive change! We are seeking a dynamic individual passionate about community building, enrichment, and development to contribute to our mission of enhancing the quality of life in our vibrant and diverse community.The Property Rehab Compliance Representative I is an entry level position. The employee performs a range of assignments under close supervision while learning the methods, processes, and procedures of the work.The Property Rehab Compliance Representative (PRCR) is responsible for enforcing sales and court ordered agreements (for renovation or demolition) signed by individuals and organizations purchasing property from the Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA). PRCRs provide support during the rehabilitation timeframe for applicable programs. These programs include but are not limited to homes purchased through the Auction, Own-It-Now and Community Partners programs. It also includes homes the DLBA has initiated legal action against through its Nuisance Abatement Program (NAP). PRCRs monitor, advise and coach property owners (POs) from closing through completion, and track progress via the DLBA's Salesforce database.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor property owners to ensure they are making progress on their renovation
- Draft and send warning and extension letters to owners
- Review updates (photos, documents, permits, etc.) received from POs
- Track statuses of properties utilizing a customized Salesforce report
- Make regular contact with POs by phone, email and office visits
- Maintain no more than 35% non-compliant properties
- Order investigator photos, and conduct site visits as needed and appropriate
- Collaborate regularly with NAP attorneys to discuss how to move properties forward
- Collaborate regularly with Compliance Managers on problematic and difficult properties
- Recommend properties for court action and potential reconveyance
- Recommend properties for closing (Compliance Achieved)
- Advise POs of City's permitting and inspection process via BSEED and the DHDC
- Refer POs to financial programs, discounted products, contractor lists, & other resources
- Inform POs about resources and proper remediation for hazardous materials at property
- Be responsive to internal and external inquiries about properties
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Assist with any other duties necessary or assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent education level
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong Interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to learn databases, reporting features, and other technological tools
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Reliable transportation
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- High School Diploma or equivalent education level
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong Interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to learn databases, reporting features, and other technological tools
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Reliable transportation
DESIRED SKILLS
- Ability to speak Spanish and/or Arabic
- Ability to type over 50 words per minute
- At least one (1) years' experience in residential building inspection, project management,
- construction, architecture, real estate planning, real estate law or related field
- Familiarity with State and local Residential Building Codes, a plus
- Certification as a State of Michigan Lead Abatement Supervisor, Lead Inspector and/or Lead, Risk Assessor
- Accreditation as a State of Michigan Asbestos Inspector and/or Supervisor
- LEED certification and/or familiarity with Green-Star, Home Performance with Energy-Star and/or other similar residential green building standards a plus
- Detroit residency preferred
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Paid Holidays, Sick Days & CTO
- Health Benefit: Medical/Blue Cross Blue Shield, vision, dental, EAP and short-term disability
- Free Parking
- Complimentary Beverages (water, tea, coffee etc.)
- Retirement Savings Plan (457-B)
- Certification reimbursement/ License renewal reimbursement
**AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**This position is currently accepting applications.