Housing Coordinator

Housing Coordinator
Job Number # 
14311
Employer 
Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Tofino
Ucluelet
Number of Positions 
 
Date Posted 
May 16, 2016
Apply By 
May 31, 2016
Start Date 
2016-05-16
Schedule 
Full Time
NOC Code 
1224
Source 
Employer
Details 

The position of Housing Coordinator is responsible for the administration, management and delivery of all Tla-o-qui-aht housing programs, services and properties within the communities of Esowista, Ty-Histanis and Opitsaht. This position reports to the Public Works Manager, and is a full time permanent position.
A high level of interpersonal skills and experience pertaining to client relations and program administration is required. Experience related to budgeting, proposal writing, assets and property management, housing compliance standards are all factors that will be measured for prospective candidates.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing and administering all housing programs, services and properties
  • Maintain new and existing records of all future and current tenants in compliance with the established standards
  • Work with tenants and community members to resolve housing situations, repairs, standards and tenant compliancy as outlined in the TFN Tenancy Agreements
  • Enforcing housing related policies and bylaws
  • Providing monthly financial reports and analysis to the PW Manager, quarterly to the CEO, CFO and Chief and Council.
  • Providing support to the TFN Housing Committee
  • Assess, assign and prioritize work to repairs and maintenance staff
  • Maintain internal controls and standards concerning maintenance & repairs, records, purchasing criteria, accounts receivable procedures, and program equipment.
  • Researching, and preparation of proposals with other agencies, and maintenance of and reporting on any existing outside funding sources maybe be required.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Public Works Manager.
Qualifications 

Essential Qualifications

  • Successful completion of Grade 12
  • Post Secondary Education and/or training in related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
  • Valid Class 5 BC Drivers license with access to vehicle
  • Must provide a criminal record check
  • Applicants are required to be in good standing with the TFN Housing program
     

Assessed Qualifications

  • Knowledge of program policies and procedures, services and activities of the housing department.
  • Strong skills and knowledge using MS Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and sound judgement
  • Team orientated, ability to take initiative, work independently
  • Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills.
  • Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Organized, accountable, responsible and able to maintain confidentiality
  • Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal applicants
How to Apply 

Only applicants granted an interview will be contacted:

  • Interviews will then be conducted.
  • Written tests may be administered.
  • Reference checks will be conducted.
  • Proof of education must be submitted at the interview.
  • Successful candidate must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment.
  • You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational Certification) for the initial screening through your resume, cover letter or response to screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiated by examples.
  • Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in a cover letter or screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

Tips for applicants:

  • Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
  • Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
  • Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.

Submit your resume, covering letter, and reference letters stating how you meet these qualifications:

Applications may be mailed to:
Ted Adnitt
Chief Executive Officer PO Box 18 Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 Referencing: Housing Coordinator Position or by:
Email: jobs@tla-o-qui-aht.org
Fax: 250.725.3352 or
drop at the office in a sealed envelope, #1119 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino