What you’ll do
- Creates, maintains, and administers the Nations’ Housing Authority Act, Regulations, and procedures as directed by the Board Chair.
- Monitors the administration of, and compliance to, the Act / Regulations, the Building Code, and other safety standards, procedures, and protocols.
- Tracks and reconciles approved budgets.
- Identifies various funding sources for housing projects.
- Applies for funding / grants and follows up with applications.
- Properly administrates funding in accordance with the terms.
- Liaises with CMHC and other funding agencies to ensure successful application outcomes.
- Prepares accurate and complete funding reports.
- Ensures that all reporting is done on time (on or before the deadlines).
- Coordinates and administers agreements with KCFN tenants.
- Plans and implements new housing and rental construction, including the coordination of applications, permits, and other related documentation.
- Manages or oversees the development and maintenance of an inventory of all KCFN community housing assets.
- Administers KCFN-owned housing mortgages.
- Provides information to, coordinates, and assists community members with questions, tenant applications, repair requests, and other related paperwork.
- Maintains accurate records regarding payments, receipts, waitlists, repairs, maintenance, etc., and ensures regular statements are prepared.
- Coordinates requests for housing maintenance and repairs with the Public Works Department.
- Keeps current on all related housing and rental standards and regulations.
- Keeps the HAB updated on policies, funding agency updates, and related regulations and housing building standards.
- Can coordinate and conduct public / community presentations.Completes and coordinates annual house inspections with tenants.
- Prepares various reports and assignments as required by the Board Chair and HAB Administration.
- Supports and assists the HAB in carrying out Board Members’ duties and responsibilities.
- Helps Board Members execute their responsibilities pursuant to the KCFN Housing Authority Act and associated regulations.
- May coordinate the review of the Terms of Reference for the KCFN HAB in accordance with the Housing Authority Act.
- Prepares regular reports to the HAB.
- Other duties / assignments as required by the HAB.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in property, strata, construction, or project management – not required but strong assets.Grade 12 graduation – preferred.Leadership, communications, report, and funding / proposal writing – strong assets.Proficiency with Office 365, Google, Adobe – assets.Experience working with federal and provincial government agencies – asset.Experience creating and developing policies and funding proposals – strong assets.Coordinating and developing housing / construction projects – asset.Experience working under or with various statutes / laws / regulations – asset.Strong organizational and conflict resolution skills.Experience working with First Nations and an understanding of Nuu-chah-nulth cultural practices, protocols, and language.Experience working in remote locations.Ability to work flexible hours – if required.A valid driver’s license (or working towards).Willingness to travel in and out of Houpsitas (Kyuquot).Police Information Check (formerly known as an RCMP criminal record check) is required.This competition is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.CLOSING DATE & TIME : Open until filled
STATUS : Permanent, Part-time, or Full-Time
COMPENSATION : $25 to $30 per hr (health / pension benefits if working 20+ hrs per week)
TO APPLY : Email cover letter & resume to Dwayne Worthing, CHRO, at dwaynew@kcfirstnations.com citing “HC” in the subject heading of your e-mail.
In accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act, preference may be given to Indigenous applicants.
We thank all those who apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.
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