Director of Housing

Sagamok Anishnawbek

Executive and Management

POSTED: 4 days ago

Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation

5215

January 24, 2025

Full Time

PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
DIRECTOR OF HOUSING - Housing Department
Salary: Based on Experience

JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Housing oversees the development, management, and implementation of strategic direction for addressing the Housing needs of Sagamok Anishnawbek. They will oversee the growth, management, and maintenance of all residential rental housing plans, units, and properties.

POSITION DUTIES
- Prepares 5-10-year long range capital plans and housing needs assessments to guide future development of housing in Sagamok Anishnawbek.
- Implements the strategic housing plans approved by Council to ensure the capacity, structural growth, and sustainability, including long range operational, financial, and staffing plans to meet the business objectives of the Department.
- Works closely with Senior Administrative Officer, Senior Management Team, and the Housing Committee/Working Group to support and inform the operational planning of short/long term goals and objectives for the Department.
- Oversee the creation, implementation, and evaluation of quality programs, services, and workplans for the Department.
- Pursues funding through all available programs and sources to serve the housing needs and goals of Sagamok Anishnawbek
- Plans, organizes, and manages the maintenance and improvement of housing in the community, ensures that tendering policies and practices are in accordance with the Financial Administration Law
- Drive innovation within the Department by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and embracing new technologies or methodologies.
- Maintains housing systems, processes, forms, communications materials, and websites to ensure effective operations, integrity of protection of information, and positive experiences.
- Additional duties in support of Sagamok organizational, and community needs.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Post secondary degree in a business, technical or related field.
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are below the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience at the discretion of the hiring committee.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership, with the ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
- A demonstrated record of successfully leading, influencing, and supporting organizational goals, projects, and mandates.
- Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within Indigenous community and governance area.
- Knowledge and understanding of institutional policies and procedures and the regulatory environment within which they operate.
- Anishnawbek language fluency is an asset.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must provide a negative Criminal Records Check (CPIC) that is valid within 6 months.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with policies established by Sagamok Anishnawbek.
- Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral with added value of strong public communication abilities.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
- Knowledge and appreciation of Native Culture and Heritage are considered definite assets.
- Ability to gather data, analyze and compile information, apply sound problem solving.
- Must have a valid Ontario driver's License and have access to a vehicle for on the job use with appropriate liability insurance.
- Is subject to six months' probation.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with Employee and Family Assistance Program, MY HSA (Health Spending Account)
- Registered Retirement Plan (employer matching option)
- Opportunities for professional development