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Malahat Nation
110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) 743-3251
info@malahatnation.com | www.malahatnation.com
Housing Coordinator
REPORTS TO Housing Administrator
START As Soon As Possible
COMPENSATION $ 31.47 - $ 32.42 per hour (NEE: 15)* the above rates subject to education and / or experience or a combination of both.
STATUS 1 - Fulltime Term | 35-hours per week
Malahat Nation represents approximately 350+ members with two reserve lands located on the western shore of Saanich Inlet, south of the village of Mill Bay, about 40-kilometres north of Victoria, British Columbia. Malahat Nation is seeking a dedicated and hard-working Housing Coordinator with experience working with Indigenous communities in Housing related initiatives to join our Infrastructure & Capital Projects: Housing Department! We are looking for fun, energetic, dependable and organized staff. Our staff are offered opportunities for professional growth and development.
PURPOSE: Reporting to the Housing Administrator, the Housing Coordinator will provide tenant and administrative support to the Malahat Housing Department. This is a community facing position and require frequent interaction with the Malahat Nation community. This position is a full time 1-year term position that works in the office, with minimal local travel as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the execution of the Malahat Nation Housing Policy
- Provide supports to tenants residing in Malahat Nation housing on reserve
- Support the assessments of Malahat Nation housing related to renovation and health & safety inspections
- Provide mentorship to the Housing Intern related to general housing duties and responsibilities
- Ensure all rental agreements are up to date and assist with rental payment arrangements
- Assist in ensuring that the Nation owned housing units are kept in a safe and healthy condition, with special emphasis on preventative maintenance
- Review and prioritize housing maintenance request forms and organize the related work to be completed through the Operations and Maintenance department
- Support with the scheduling and minutes of the Housing Committee as per Malahat Nation Housing Policy
- Maintain appropriate file management system in accordance with Malahat Nations internal systems and processes and any applicable authorities (funding agencies)
- Support with communication, funding applications, and reporting with relation to housing from various funders including ISC, CMHC, United Way, and BC Housing
- Assist with applications for renovation supports for qualifying houses
- Assist in and verify services performed by contracted service companies as directed
- Assist with the completion of various reports related to housing
- Prepare general correspondence and reports as required
- Prepare proposals for various housing programming as required
- Other duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Certificate, or Diploma, and / or training in First Nations Housing Management or a related field preferred; an acceptable combination of related education, training and experience is required
- Experience working in a First Nations community and a willingness to learn about Malahat culture, customs, and traditions is an asset
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) required
- Valid BC Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required
- Effective December 3, 2021 full vaccination against COVID-19 is required to be eligible for employment at Malahat Nation. All individuals must show Proof of Vaccination as a mandatory condition of their employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking, coaching, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication
- Strong organizational skills
- Time management with the ability to multitask different tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of Malahat Nation programs and processes
- Must be self-motivated with good communication skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of Malahat Nation internal departments and programs an asset
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites programs
Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references.
Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.
We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected will be contacted.
Please reference the ‘Job Title’ in the ‘Subject Line’.
Human Resources Department, Malahat Nation
In person, fax 250-743-3251 or via email
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: https://malahatnation.com/jobs/
DEADLINE: Recruitment Open Until Position Filled.
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $31.47 to $32.42 Hour
