Job Description

Esquimalt Nation

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Housing Coordinator

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Rate of pay:

Recruitment Range: $26.01 - $29.73 per hour

Growth Range: up to $33.44 per hour

Schedule:

Permanent, full-time, 32 hours per week

- Monday to Thursday, 8 hours per day including a one-hour paid lunch break

Important notes:

The successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.

Position Summary

The Housing Coordinator is a key position at Esquimalt Nation. This position is responsible for accepting member rental applications, liaising with contractors regarding housing repairs/maintenance and submitting funding applications on behalf of the Nation. This position is expected to carry out day-to-day administrative duties in relation to their job description. The Housing Coordinator is responsible for communicating with community members as well as Nation employees in a timely fashion and is expected to exercise discretion and confidentiality in dealing with Nation members, sensitive administration information and the general public. The Housing Coordinator is a point of contact for community members and assists them wherever possible.

Primary Responsibilities

Member Housing


Coordinates and oversees Social Housing rental applications for Esquimalt Nation Members; Assists members with off-reserve housing applications; Orders appliances for on-reserve rentals; Sends monthly rental arrears letters to Social Housing tenants; Uses tact and discretion when dealing with all matters relating to members, including but not limited to; financial status of members, housing issues, rental arrears and tenant information; Performs maintenance inspections and/or arranges these inspections with tenants; Assists the community in application processes and understanding of internal functions.

Funding applications


Submits funding applications on behalf of the Nation; Liaises with the Executive Director and the Director of Lands & Infrastructure to determine the status of funding applications; Uses provided resources to source additional funding opportunities; Submits, tracks, and follows up with members from outside organizations and the Government to ensure that all required information has been submitted; Communicates in a timely and efficient fashion with members, Chief & Council, administration staff and outside agencies.

Administrative


Drafts letters, memos, notices and other correspondence to community housing members; Communicates with colleagues and supervisors in a timely fashion; Produces accurate and well formatted documents using various word processing and spreadsheet software; Plans for and maintains a detailed budget.

Other related duties as assigned

Training, Education, and Experience

High school graduation (or GED) plus 2 years related experience working in an office administration environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.


Experience submitting funding applications is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Esquimalt/Indigenous people and culture Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people from various backgrounds Excellent member/client service skills Strong communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to maintain confidentiality Attention to detail and accuracy General office administration skills Ability to operate standard office equipment (phone, fax machines, photocopier, printer, etc.) Basic proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office

About Esquimalt Nation

Our mission is to build a legacy for present and future generations of Esquimalt Nation members by ensuring our work is rooted in the teachings and natural laws that flow from the Sacred Trust. We will promote and advance holistic health, self-sufficiency and safety of Esquimalt Nation members by offering meaningful programs and services and working with our partners for mutually beneficial goals.

Critical Success Factors

Committed to our guiding principles:

Every individual reflects the whole Connect our spirituality to our work Promote self sufficiency

Applications

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to

humanresources@esquimaltnation.ca

Pursuant to Section 41 of BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), with the required combination of education and experience.



The Esquimalt Nation administration office is located on Reserve land. As such, in accordance with

Section 87 of the Indian Act

, individuals who have Status under this act may be eligible for

tax-exempt employment income

. Eligibility is determined by the

Canada Revenue Agency.




Education : Other trades certificate or diploma


Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years