Community Development Project Inspector I

CATEGORY: Community Development

EOE STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is an opportunity for you to acquire knowledge, skills and abilities and progress in a career path. You will succeed if you are a task-oriented worker and seek a sense of accomplishment each day. Come join a dedicated team of Community Development professionals as a Community Development Project Inspector I.

PTRC needs an individual who has an interest in developing skills in building construction and energy efficiency trades. This person will work with the intent to successfully administer government compliance and assistance programs related to housing, weatherization, rehabilitation and general community development. This an entry level position and will be required to learn code compliance, conduct energy audits, and construction inspections. Also, will learn to generate work orders, bid specifications, and assessing quality of completed work for the Regional Council's Community Development programs.

Ability to conduct inspections throughout the Community Development programs (section 8, Weatherization, Essential Single-Family Rehab and CDBG block grants) as standards specify. The successful candidate will demonstrate a responsible work history exercising a pattern of reliability and independent work, as well as, an interest in developing a greater skill set and increasing work assignments and responsibilities. Work is performed as part of community development solutions team including CD Program Intake personnel, CD Operations manager and is performed under the leadership of the CD Project Supervisors. Job posting will remain open until filled.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications PTRC offers an apprenticeship program to obtain the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Minimum qualifications are a high school graduation or equivalent supplemented by trade school course work in building construction trades and three years of experience in the construction trades and bid specification preparation work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Other knowledge, skills and abilities include; some knowledge of construction standards; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and the public; basic math skills; computer skills including MS Outlook, Excel, and Word; ability to record field activities and inspection details into a tablet device; ability to read and write legibly; ability to communicate effectively with people from various socio-economic backgrounds; ability to mediate and resolve conflicts; ability to build and maintain good working relationships; and knowledge of problems and needs of people with limited incomes.

Special requirements include a valid North Carolina Driver's License, passing the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. Travel throughout 12-county region is required. Other travel may be required on occasion. The probationary employment period is completed by obtaining the last of the following requirements as a CD Project Inspector I - HQS, Awareness, Building Science Principles, Building Science Professionals, Lead RRP, Lead & Asbestos Awareness and six months of performance as an independent operator.

Salary for meeting the minimum qualification is $47,462. Up to 5% 401(k) match, Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (LGERS), the potential for an annual bonus, complete health and wellness coverage are all included in the benefits package.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station.

Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community.

PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you!

The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.

SALARY RANGE: Minimum salary $47,462.00 DOQ. Organization provides excellent benefits including NC Local Governmental Employee Retirement System (NCLGERS) and participates in PSLFP.

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time

LOCATION: NC, Kernersville

OPEN DATE: 8/15/2025

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