At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee housing portfolio, manage budgets, and support community housing initiatives.
- Company: ʼNa̱mg̱is First Nation, dedicated to community development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation support, benefits, and pension.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and training in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the health and sustainability of an Indigenous community.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in housing management, strong leadership, and tenant relations skills.
The predicted salary is between 66048 - 77532 $ per year.
The Housing Manager oversees the Nation’s housing portfolio across policy, tenancy, maintenance, renovations, and new construction. This role manages budgets and funding agreements, supports the Housing Committee, and ensures service delivery that is fair, transparent, and aligned with community priorities. The Housing Manager also provides direct supervision to the Housing Officer and the Housing Maintenance Worker, ensuring the team delivers housing services effectively and responsively.
Key responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Housing Department, including tenancy administration, waitlist, allocations, move-ins/outs, rent reviews, arrears, and dispute resolution.
- Supervise the Housing Officer and Housing Maintenance Worker, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
- Plan and deliver maintenance programs and capital repairs, coordinate inspections, scopes, procurement, contractor performance, and asset records.
- Support and implement housing policies and the Nation’s housing plan, prepare reports for Housing Committee and Chief and Council, and Community as required.
- Develop and manage annual budgets, cash flow, and funding compliance for federal and other programs relevant to on-reserve housing in BC.
- Coordinate new construction and renovation projects with consultants, trades, and internal teams, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Maintain accurate files and systems for tenants, assets, work orders, insurance, CMHC and funder reporting.
- Build strong relationships with community members through clear communication, education on maintenance, and responsive service.
- Pursue staff development and relevant training opportunities for housing operations.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of progressive experience in First Nations housing, property management, asset management, construction, or a related field, including budgeting and contractor oversight.
- Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Indigenous on-reserve housing programs and funding agreements used in BC.
- Strong tenant relations skills, including allocations, agreements, arrears management, and dispute resolution.
- Proficient with MS Office or Google Workspace and housing/asset tracking systems.
- Class 5 driver’s licence and acceptable criminal record check.
Assets
- First Nations Housing Professionals Association training or designation (FNHP/CFNHP), or willingness to enroll.
- CMHC or equivalent Indigenous housing training in maintenance, mould, inspections, and program administration.
- Experience coordinating new builds and major renovations in small-community contexts.
What We Offer
- Relocation and/or housing support may be provided.
- Benefits and Pension.
- The opportunity to make a direct, lasting impact on the health and sustainability of a vibrant Indigenous community.
Housing Manager employer: Namgis Business Development Corp
ʼNa̱mg̱is First Nation is an exceptional employer located in Alert Bay, BC, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and sustainability of a vibrant Indigenous community. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide training opportunities and support for professional development, alongside competitive salaries and benefits. Our collaborative work culture fosters meaningful relationships with community members, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in delivering fair and transparent housing services.
Contact Details:
Namgis Business Development Corp Recruitment Team
