Full-Time
Quality Control Inspector
HCV
Updated on 9/4/2026
Chicago Housing Authority
501-1,000 employees
Public housing authority administering housing vouchers
Compensation Overview
$65k - $70k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work may be available after successful completion of a 90-day probationary period.
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- Maintain a full understanding of program requirements, procedures, goals, and HUD and internally established measurement systems.
- Have at least five years of relevant field experience in real estate sales, property management, property maintenance, housing inspections, construction, or property rehabilitation.
- Have experience using electronic and computerized information systems, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Possess a current driver's license.
- Pass the HCV Housing Quality Standards certification examination at a level of 85% or higher within one year.
- Work effectively in a union-represented, exempt position as applicable to the posting.
- Perform quality control inspections in the field using CHA Inspection Standards to determine compliance with HUD and PHA inspection requirements.
- Monitor vendor performance in conducting timely unit inspections, applying HUD and PHA inspection requirements, performing required abatements under SEMAP measurement, making rent reasonableness determinations, updating CHA database systems, and maintaining proper file documentation.
- Recommend changes to the CHA Inspections Guidebook.
- Meet with vendors to review and discuss quality control results.
- Record and report vendor scores and performance.
- Generate reports for selections.
- Route inspections and communicate schedules with tenants and owners.
- Perform HCV Quality Control Program functions, including file reviews and financial and HUD report reviews.
- Perform other assigned HCV Quality Control Program functions, duties, and projects.
- Experience conducting audits and/or reviews.
- Experience with Yardi.
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) provides affordable housing in Chicago by owning and managing over 21,000 public housing units and administering the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program for low-income residents. Its housing options combine direct property management with voucher assistance to help families secure safe homes and navigate housing options. CHA differentiates itself through its Plan for Transformation and community development efforts, partnering with private businesses and organizations to reintegrate residents into the urban fabric and expand economic opportunities, including the Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) program that supports asset building. Its goal is to provide stable, affordable housing while promoting neighborhood revitalization and economic growth for residents, guided by a Board of Commissioners appointed by the Mayor of Chicago.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Keith Pettigrew began April 2026, ending an 18-month permanent-CEO vacancy.
- August 2026 vendor expansion added eight property managers, including four new firms.
- LeClaire Courts will deliver 183 mixed-income homes, including 91 CHA apartments, by 2028.
What critics are saying
- April 2026 CEO fight with Mayor Johnson leaves CHA in legal and governance limbo.
- March 2026 voucher-fraud allegations against Commissioner Debra Parker damaged board credibility and trust.
- Open Meetings Act lawsuits threaten Pettigrew’s appointment and could freeze contracts during 2026.
What makes Chicago Housing Authority unique
- CHA owns and manages 21,000+ units while running Chicago’s massive voucher system.
- June 2026 Homeownership Forum and NAHRO awards show resident services beyond rent checks.
- August 2026 LeClaire Courts financing closed, reviving housing on cleared land after fifteen years.
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Paid Sick Leave
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Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
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Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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LeClaire Courts reaches construction after fifteen years of vacant land. CHA closed financing for 183 mixed-income homes at the former public-housing site, with construction expected to begin in August and completion planned for 2028. August 3, 2026 LeClaire Courts Redevelopment, Chicago Updated 2026 Updated 2026 Financing closed in August 2026 for two six-story buildings with 183 mixed-income homes, beginning a long-delayed return of housing to the cleared... LeClaire Courts The first two buildings return housing to a site cleared by 2011, including 91 CHA apartments, 74 other affordable homes, and 18 market-rate units. Housing is finally positioned to return to LeClaire Courts. On August 3, the Chicago Housing Authority announced the closing of financing for two six-story buildings on land that has remained vacant since 2011. The milestone is substantial because the gap between clearance and replacement lasted fifteen years. The new homes should be welcomed without letting the length and cost of that gap disappear from the record. The first construction phase begins in 2026, but LeClaire's redevelopment clock started when residents were moved and the land was cleared. What the closing funds. LeClaire A-North and A-South will contain 183 homes: 91 CHA project-based-voucher units, 74 other affordable apartments, and 18 market-rate apartments. The program also includes shared amenities, commercial space, and an early-childhood center. Cabrera Capital Partners and The Habitat Company are the development team. The fifteen-year gap. LeClaire's buildings and residents were removed before replacement housing was ready. Plans, infrastructure work, legal commitments, and financing continued while the site remained empty. That sequence matters to public-housing history. Redevelopment should be measured from relocation through return, not only from the celebratory construction start. What to watch next. Construction was expected to begin in August 2026 and finish in 2028. A visible start, delivery schedule, leasing process, right-to-return implementation, and later phases all require documentation. The mix of deeply subsidized, other affordable, and market-rate units should remain explicit in every progress report. Related public Links. Update Details Event Date August 3, 2026 Place LeClaire Courts Redevelopment, Chicago Updated 2026 Type public-housing-update Source Links * Chicago Housing Authority: LeClaire Courts closing Primary source for the August milestone, unit mix, program, developers, and schedule. * Gautreaux settlement agreement Legal context for replacement-housing obligations and earlier deadlines.
CHA wins three Awards of Merit from NAHRO. Published on August 24, 2026 Host Crystal Palmer, CHA Manager of Resident Engagement, interviews Jeremy Dunn, Manager of the CHA's Digital Inclusion program, on an episode of "Our House," an innovative, resident-centered podcast designed to deliver essential information in an accessible, digital format. Its House has won a 2026 Award of Merit from NAHRO. HOME program, "Our House" pod and PeacePlayers Chicago will be recognized at Denver convention this fall. CHICAGO (Aug. 24, 2026) - Three Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) programs were awarded 2026 Award of Merit trophies by the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO). All three winners were from CHA's Resident Services department. "CHA is about more than just housing," said Mary Howard, CHA's Chief Administrative and Resident Services Officer. "Each of these three programs reflects our commitment to meeting residents where they're at and supporting them as they pursue their goals. Whether it's helping families build long-term financial stability, providing clear and accessible information through a podcast, or creating spaces where young people feel safe and supported, our work is rooted in helping residents thrive." The three winners are: * Home Ownership Made Easy (HOME) program: A voucher-to-homeownership pathway that transitions low-income households from rental assistance to asset ownership within the City of Chicago. Through the integration of the Choose to Own (CTO) initiative and the Down Payment Assistance (DPA) program, the agency has significantly expanded access to homeownership for income-qualified families through HOME. The program demonstrates how rental subsidy can serve as a structured bridge to long-term wealth creation within Chicago neighborhoods. * "Our House" Podcast: CHA launched an innovative, resident-centered podcast, Its House, in 2025, designed to deliver essential information in an accessible, digital format. The podcast provides an on-demand platform that serves to enhance transparency and empowers residents with a clear understanding of CHA policies, procedures, and available services. Episodes address topics such as pet policies, lease compliance, ADA accommodations, and community expectations. * PeacePlayers Chicago: In partnership with CHA and Intentional Sports, PeacePlayers Chicago is a six-week, Monday-Friday paid camp for male youth ages 13-15. The program offers a unique blend of basketball, leadership development, career readiness and peace building, using basketball as a tool for experiential learning. The program creates a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where youth strengthen basketball skills, develop leadership and life skills, build new friendships, and gain career exposure. The Award of Merit recipients will be honored at the Community Innovation Awards Program Reception during NAHRO's National Conference and Exhibition at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Oct. 15-17, 2026.
Chicago Housing Authority hosts 4th Annual Homeownership Forum. Published on June 25, 2026 The Forum, attended by 200 guests, highlighted pathways to homeownership for CHA residents, with Lowe's rebate program returning over $852,000 to the community. CHICAGO (June 17, 2026) - The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) hosted its 4th Annual Homeownership Forum on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the David Rubenstein Forum at the University of Chicago, drawing more than 200 attendees for a day centered on all things homeownership. The event, held during Homeownership Month, brought together current and prospective CHA homeowners that attended presentations and panel discussions. Lead sponsors were Chicago Association of REALTORS, Lowe's and Old National Bank, as well as Neighborhood Housing Services, CEDA, and others. Lowe's, a longtime partner in CHA's homeownership efforts, has returned more than $852,000 to CHA residents through its rebate program, a direct investment in the financial health of the communities CHA serves. "Homeownership is one of the most direct paths to stability and economic empowerment our residents deserve," said Keith Pettigrew, Chief Executive Officer of the Chicago Housing Authority. "Events like this Forum are how we are bridging that gap for our residents. We want every CHA resident who aspires to own a home to have the tools, knowledge, and connections to make it happen." About the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA): CHA is the third largest public housing authority in the nation and the largest single owner of rental housing in Chicago. Through its public housing and voucher programs, CHA serves 135,000 people in 65,000 households across all 77 of Chicago's community areas. CHA's mission is to create and sustain strong communities where seniors thrive and everyone can unlock their economic power, ensuring that every neighborhood in Chicago has quality affordable housing and everyone feels welcome. Press Releases May 6, 2026 Press Releases April 20, 2026 Press Releases March 17, 2026
Daisie Foundation's Mother's Day Makeover Experience in Chicago, IL featured on NBC news today. On Monday, May 4, 2026, the Daisie Foundation proudly hosted its annual Chicago Mother's Day Makeover Experience in partnership with the Chicago Housing Authority at The Gwen Hotel. The Mother's Day Makeover Experience is a community outreach initiative created to celebrate and uplift mothers through a day of beauty services, encouragement, connection, and community support. This year's Chicago experience welcomed hundreds of mothers for a special day designed to help women feel appreciated, supported, and celebrated. Throughout the event, participating moms received professional hair and makeup services, gifts, lunch, and inspirational conversations in a warm and welcoming environment. Volunteers, artists, community leaders, and sponsors came together to create a meaningful experience focused on honoring the strength and impact of mothers across Chicago. Special thanks to presenting host and partner The Gwen Hotel and to its incredible sponsors and supporters including Old National Bank, Meijer, MolinaCares, Shiraleah, Penske, Banana Republic Factory Store, UI Health, TAD, Tricoci University of Beauty Culture, Mane Space, Aria Comprehensive Dermatology, Pin Me Up, and Daisie Project for helping make this year's experience possible. As the Daisie Foundation celebrates 10 years of impact, Daisie Foundation remain committed to uplifting women and families across Chicago, Houston, and Milwaukee through outreach initiatives rooted in compassion, encouragement, and community.
DePaul Animation Program soars to national recognition. Leading the midwest, DePaul prepares students for real-world animation careers. Kenneth Adusah | Apr 15, 2026 Animation Career Review has ranked DePaul's animation program as the 12th best in the nation, jumping up one spot from last year. "It's an honor to have our program recognized among these long-established, top-tier schools," Scott Roberts, chair of DePaul's Animation Program, said. "This achievement is a testament to the hard work and success of our alumni, students and faculty." The university is also expanding access to animation education for young people across Chicago. For nearly two decades DePaul's Game, Cinema, and Animation Summer Academy has offered different classes such as and 3D animation for high school students from around the country. Students are taught by full-time faculty, including Animator in Residence and Disney veteran Brian Ferguson. This year the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) and DePaul's Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media have partnered to add an animation track to a CHA summer program. Participants ages 15 to 24 will study filmmaking, screenwriting, photography, and animation, learn from faculty, receive mentorship from graduate students, meet industry professionals, and explore Chicago's arts scene through field trips. Applications for student mentors will open soon. DePaul continues to innovate through its academic degrees. The Computer Science + Animation Bachelor of Science degree prepares students for technical and artistic careers in animation and game development, combining computer science fundamentals with 3D animation training. Students collaborate on team-based projects in storyboarding, character design, game art and programming. DePaul is also recognized as an Unreal Academic Partner, which recognizes exemplary universities that integrate Epic Games' Unreal Engine into their classes and labs, underscoring its commitment to cutting-edge tools and interdisciplinary learning. Key Themes Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media