Manager, Housing Initiatives and Programs – Capital Regional District

Manager, Housing Initiatives and Programs

 Planning & Protective Services – Regional Housing

Competition
21/104                                          

Status
Exempt Management                              

Salary Range
$110,769 to $130,316 annually               

Review of applications begins
4:00pm on May 11, 2021, but the position will remain open until filled.

Make a difference and become a part of the Capital Region Housing Corporation’s (CRHC) vibrant future! A future where you support the strategic direction of creating a shared regional response to issues of housing affordability and homelessness. Join a team of leaders who are champions for creating a service oriented organization that makes a difference in our community. Located in beautiful Victoria, BC one of the world’s premier places to live, work and visit, we are an outcome driven, high performance organization respected for its commitment to the residents, businesses and local governments we service and the service we provide.

The Manager, Housing Initiatives and Programs provides technical expertise and leadership for the CRD’s Housing Initiatives and Program function to assist the CRD in achieving its strategic priorities for affordable housing and addressing homelessness in the Region.

This position requires an acceptable criminal record check. The applicant/incumbent will be required to undergo a criminal record check in order to work in this position and to report to their supervisor if any criminal charges are laid against them that may be related to their employment in this position.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide leadership and consultation on policies and programs related to supporting greater housing affordability and the delivery of initiatives designed to address homelessness.
• Prepare reports, funding applications and recommend approval for funding though a range of programs and initiatives.
• Collaborates with government and community stakeholders in support of affordable housing program delivery and homelessness initiatives, ensuring that the CRD’s interests are maintained at all times.
• Prepare annual reports on the Regional Housing Affordability Strategy.
• Anticipates organizational and client needs, and influences the development of innovative solutions to matters pertaining to the function’s mandates; develops and manages plans to complex issues, finding creative solutions that meet organizational objectives.
• Responsible for the leadership and management of employees and contractors within area of responsibility, including employment and labour relations matters involving: employee hiring, promotion, demotion and other personnel matters; discipline and discharge; representing management in the grievance procedure; input on behalf of management into labour relations matters, and representing management on committees; maintaining Employer confidentiality; and developing, supporting and implementing various corporate and legislated policies, procedures and practices.
• Participates in annual budget planning, providing leadership for new affordable housing projects.
• Ensures policies, structures and systems are in place to effectively support the function.
• Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD

Qualifications

• Degree in Public Administration, Business, Planning, Social Work or related subject area and a minimum of six to eight years of experience in a leadership role, including substantial experience in the area of affordable housing strategies, housing development, policy development, research and data trend analysis and homelessness intervention. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Role-specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Well-developed skills in negotiation, collaboration, persuasion and influence management.
• Experience with the development and implementation of strategic plan initiatives.
• Experience with and understanding of other levels of government and the ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with various stakeholders and internal and external partners.
• Strong knowledge of project management and the ability to generate, coordinate, implement and manage multiple projects to meet required objectives and deadlines.
• Understanding of federal and provincial housing and homelessness policies and programs that support community level activities.
• Awareness of pressures contributing to affordable housing systems.
• Excellent organization, customer service and public relations skills.
• Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical and non-technical issues to a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to utilize innovative, effective problem solving techniques to deal with complex issues.
• Valid BC Driver’s license is required.

Applications
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and covering letter online at www.crd.bc.ca under “Careers”.
                                                                    
The CRD wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.