Manager, Housing

Garden River

Other

POSTED: 5 days ago

Ketegaunseebee Garden River First Nation

16313

March 20, 2025

Full Time

GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION IS HIRING
In the spirit of our ancestors and our Treaty, we endeavour to conduct ourselves in a manner that is consistent with the Seven Grandfather Teachings given to us by the Creator. We envision a harmonious community that is built on mutual respect that maintains a healthy balance through prosperity and well-being. Through these actions we intend to create a self-sustaining community that fulfills the emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of all members.

Position: Manager, Housing
Starting Range: $79,224.60 - $87,341.80 Annually (Pending Education & Experience)
Location: Administration Office
Report to: CAO

POSITION SUMMARY
The Housing Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing housing staff, Garden River First Nation Housing Department (GRFNHD) programs and services, as well as planning and supervising construction and renovation projects. The programs and services include but are not limited to the On-Reserve Mortgage Program, Renovation Loan Program and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's Section 95, Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (RRAP) and Home Adaptation for Senior Independence (HASI) Programs. The Housing Manager functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Garden River First Nation, and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.

DUTIES
Planning
- Leads the development of the Departments goals and objectives
- Responsible as a team member to deliver the 10-Year Capital Housing Plan for the Housing Department
- Follows currents administrative and housing policies and procedures; provides suggested amendments
- Works with Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC) on all housing programs to ensure compliance

Project Management
- Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g. engineers, architects etc.) to determine the specifications of the project
- Negotiate with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
- Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines are met
- Oversee the supervision of the work of the Construction Management Supervisor in construction development
- Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports with Construction Maintenance Supervisor
- Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
- Ensure time management of all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques
- Reports to Senior Management all housing developments, delivery and construction of approved projects

Tenant Property Management
- Act as a landlord for Garden River Housing
Financial Management
- Prepare and monitors departmental operating budgets keeping in budget, and assists with annual financial audit
- Prepare financial reporting as required to funders and Senior Management
- Responsible for administering all lending programs ensuring all necessary documents are completed
- Oversees the financial commitment of the Housing Department programs and services

Administration
- Preparing Manager reports and presentations to Chief & Council and Community as necessary
- Prepares all necessary proposal submissions and research in a timely manner
- Ensures the department follows procedures and policies by adhering to the Housing Policy and related policies
- Participates in meetings at the management level and collaborates with other departments
- Organization skills
- Performing other related duties as may be required and assigned.

- Required post-secondary degree in Business Administration and/or related field;
- Required five years related employment experience;
- Supervisory experience in effectively managing a team;
- Construction management skills in project development and delivery;
- Related experience including: construction knowledge, business knowledge, accounting and financial background;
- Must undergo a criminal record vulnerable sector check prior to employment (At Applicant Expense)