Senior Program Coordinator - Home Repairs

About Houston-Galveston Area Council   

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.   

We make decisions that affect our Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) services, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.  

   

What will I be doing? 

ü Support H-GAC’s Area Agency on Aging by overseeing and monitoring home repair projects from conception to completion

ü Conduct client interviews, assess home repair needs, and make work recommendations

ü Review construction plans and bids to determine they are in accordance with local building codes, priced reasonably and appropriate for the modification

ü Monitor of home construction sites to ensure modifications meet approved construction authorization and maintain an up-to-date record of construction activity and completion

ü Act as liaison between client and contractor to keep up high levels of communication throughout the work process

ü Perform home inspections and approve final contractor’s home modification/repair

ü Complete monthly reports on the status of work projects

ü Regional travel approximately 80% of the time

Position requires working in agency's southwest satellite office located in Richmond, Texas.

 

Key Qualifications 

ü Advanced knowledge in building codes, material analysis and cost, construction process, industrial standards and building structures.

ü Knowledge of engineering principals and legal codes and policies

ü Compassion for older adults and persons with disabilities

ü Proficiency in all Microsoft Office software applications

ü Strong written and verbal communication skills

ü Maintain a Texas Driver’s License and auto insurance policy

ü Maintain State approved construction inspector license or certificate (preferred)

ü Experience as a home inspector (preferred)

ü Speaking another language is a plus, but not required

 

Do you have…  

ü Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study   

ü 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties