Nature of Work Affordable Housing is a critical need in today’s society. One way to help support this effort is to sustain some of the housing stock we currently have. If you are a purpose driven individual who would like to join a progressive organization and play a vital role in our Home Rehabilitation Program with our Planning and Community Development Department, please apply today! This position coordinates and facilitates housing rehabilitation, revitalization, and construction projects for the Home Rehabilitation Program. Provides program information and assistance to property owners in determining housing rehabilitation needs, estimating costs, preparing bid documents, selecting contractors, and monitoring construction. Performs inspections as required for the Home Rehabilitation Program and other housing programs as assigned. SALARY AND BENEFITS:This position will start at Step 1 ($37.75/hour). Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy. The full hourly range for this position is $37.75 - $49.24. For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures. At the City of Bellingham, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive in both your career and personal life. Join our team and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are well cared for. Here’s a closer look at the outstanding benefits that come with being part of our team. You can find more details on our employment benefits page and labor agreements page .0 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time 12 paid holidays 1 floating holiday per year 8 hours sick leave accrued monthly. Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families. Life insurance and long-term disability coverage. Flexible spending accounts and medical insurance opt-out program. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security. Optional 457 deferred compensation (Retirement Savings Plan) with employer match Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month. Closing Date/ Time: Fri. 5/1/26 4:30 PM Pacific Time ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provides information on the objectives and requirements of the Home Rehabilitation Program to residents, property owners, contractors, City officials and others. Inspects properties and advises owners on housing rehabilitation needs and priorities within the scope of the program. Prepares scope of work and cost estimates for single family and multi-family projects. Writes detailed construction specifications, draws and redesigns floor plans and additions. Works closely with the Housing Program Specialist, property owners, architects, engineers, building officials and contractors. Promotes contractor retention and development. Assists property owners in selecting acceptable contractors; recruits contractors from diverse and under-represented groups. Obtains bids from contractors and prepares construction contracts for property owners. Completes environmental review checklist and lead based paint evaluations. Inspects rehabilitation work and authorizes payments. Approves change orders, arbitrates disagreements between property owners and contractors, and obtains lien waivers prior to final payment. Conducts follow-up inspections of completed work. Prepares detailed forms and reports; writes letters to property owners and contractors. Works closely with the Housing and Services Program Manager and other departmental staff in evaluating the program, determining operational objectives and meeting overall program goals. Participates in presentations to the Loan Review Board. Performs inspections as needed for compliance with applicable program requirements; prepares and maintains records of inspections and related documentation. ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED:Performs other related work of a similar nature and level. WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Work is shared between an office environment, working at a computer workstation, and fieldwork, making home visits and visits to project sites where City-financed rehabilitation work is conducted. May include occasional exposure to outdoor elements in all weather conditions. Access to under-floor areas and attic spaces require bending, kneeling and crawling. Lighting may be limited, movement may be restricted, loud noises may be present. Sites may be wet and slippery. Entering and exiting a vehicle may be required many times each day. May require occasional travel. Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job including:communicate accurate information and ideas with othersoperate a computer and other office machinerymobility necessary to travel between work sites and safely move about construction sites, climb, and stand, sit, or bend in awkward positionstransport objects up to forty (40) pounds. Experience and Training High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of experience in housing rehabilitation, building inspection, building construction, general contracting, construction management or repair/weatherization programs including responsibility for preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates. Necessary Special Requirements Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and child and adult abuse records check (see Fair Hiring Practices below). Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire. Valid Washington State Driver's License. To establish a good driving record, a three year driving record abstract must be submitted prior to hire.