Employment - Housing Coordinator

Housing Coordinator

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Full-Time Contract

Weekdays

Description

Position Title: Housing Coordinator

Classification: Term Position – 3 Year Contract

Reporting to: Director Planning & Development

Location: Civic Centre

Salary Range: $78,000 to 84,000

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JOB SCOPE: Reporting to the Director, the Housing Coordinator’s primary range of responsibilities includes the following.

  • Further developing, coordinating and implementing CBRM Initiatives under CMHC’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF).
  • Working collaboratively with various stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, developers, and residents, to ensure that housing initiatives align with the municipality's goals and objectives.
  • Formulating, reviewing, and recommending housing policies and strategies aimed at promoting affordable housing, improving housing quality, and fostering inclusive communities.
  • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting housing-related data to inform decision-making processes, monitoring housing trends, and evaluating the effectiveness of CBRM’s housing programs and policies.
  • Develops public education and advertising on the Housing Accelerator/Affordable Housing Programs and Initiatives to reach target audiences.
  • Provides recommendations, track and reports on grants, including periodic status updates on the effectiveness of Housing Accelerator/Affordable Housing Programs and Initiatives.
  • Reviews and prepares requests for quotation/proposal, tenders, contracts, and agreements for required services and monitors/evaluates the work of consultants.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, or other relevant discipline or a diploma in a related field combined with a significant combination of relevant training and experience.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of related experience in housing policy and programs or community planning and development, and coordinating/implementing projects
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with others, both those within the organization and those outside the organization (other levels of government, community organizations, the business community)
  • Knowledge of Nova Scotia's Municipal Government Act and related legislation and provincial policies;
  • Full membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners is considered an asset;
  • Possesses a valid driver's license.
  • A medical assessment including physical, vision and hearing tests. Medical assessment must show the capacity of performing tasks of the classification. This will be completed at a later date.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Able to work well independently, solve problems, and meet deadlines under pressure;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Strong organizational, management, and reporting skills;
  • Must be able to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner;
  • Good research and analytical skills and techniques for the collection of information and data relevant to housing;
  • An understanding of the importance of GIS as an integral planning tool and proficiency in its application is considered an asset;
  • Proficiency in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office software.
How To Apply

Cape Breton Regional Municipality will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 8th, 2024

Applications quoting Reference No. 24.37-E should be directed to:

Human Resources Department, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, 320 Esplanade, Suite 303, Sydney, Nova Scotia BlP 7B9

Fax: 902-563-5582 or E-mail: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca 

Applications/Resumes may also be submitted in the drop-off box: Main Floor, City Hall during regular working hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). Although we thank all applicants for their submissions, we will respond only to those we wish to interview.

CBRM is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and lnclusivity. We encourage applications from designated groups, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, indigenous peoples, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. CBRM encourages the need for respect, integrity, diversity, accountability, and the public good.

Email Address: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
NOC Code
Urban and land use planners (21202)
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
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Pay Type
Salary
Pay Period
Annually
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$78000.00 per year (to be negotiated)
Estimated Weekly Hours
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Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
English
Posted on
April 19th 2024
Expires
May 8th 2024