Division Manager (Occupancy/Habitability Inspections)
Job details
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $95,594 - $112,398/yr
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: Houston Permitting Center Division Employees Only
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm*
*Subject to change
Directs the management, coordination, implementation, and operation of various systems, plans and projects. Manages, trains, develops, counsels and evaluates staff performance. Assists in the design and implementation of special systems, plans and projects. Interprets codes for inspection staff and plan examiners as well as the general public. Assists in the development of the Occupancy/Habitability Inspections Section for the City of Houston. Establishes policies, procedures, guidelines and project schedules. Research, reviews, and evaluates new data, reports, products and other information. Supervise and coordinates support activities of personnel for other departments. Acts as liaison to other departments, government agencies and private sector. Assists departments and general public in obtaining and explaining technical and non-technical information. Develops and interprets codes, ordinances, and specifications. Drafts and reviews proposed contracts, letters of agreements and technical advice, consultation and support to departments and other agencies and groups. Coordinates the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the Occupancy/Habitability Inspections Section budget and expenditures. Resolve complaints concerning code violations and conflicts between inspectors/contractors. Responds to City council request for action and communicates interactions with other sections and departments regarding code participation. Provide response to citizens' concerns. Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to applicants with experience, education and/or training in administering and/or supervising an enforcement or regulatory function, preferably with experience in the public sector.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-8085 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Benefits
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Questions
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Less than a High School Diploma/GED
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- Business Administration
- Accounting
- Engineering
- A field closely related to activities of the division.
- I do not have a degree.
- less than 5 years
- 5 years but less than 7
- 7 years but less than 9
- 9 years but less than 11
- 11 years or more
- No experience
- Less than 3 years
- 3 years but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
- No experience
- Yes
- No
- Less than 5 years
- 5 years but less than 6 years
- 6 years but less than 7 years
- 7 years but less than 8 years
- 8 years but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more
- No experience
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby StHouston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/