Director, Housing Services (City of Brantford)

The Corporation of the City Of Brantford’s Housing Department
Requires a Director, Housing Services


Reporting to the General Manager of Health & Human Services, the Director is responsible for the overall administration of all housing programs and aspects of the Housing Division. These include: the comprehensive planning, managing and delivery of existing and new housing programs in the City of Brantford/County of Brant Service Area; administration and funding of social and public housing, and creating and governing social housing policy and the asset management of over 190M in housing assets.

The Director is also responsible for developing effective partnerships with community groups, private developers, organizations and agencies including municipal, provincial and federal departments and ministries; to promote a range of affordable housings options and create effective strategies to address a system of services along the continuum of housing needs. The Director will establish quality customer service programs that enhance the quality of life for citizens, communities and stakeholders, including delivery standards and measures for the department to ensure key performance indicators are being achieved.

The Director’s exemplary communication, administrative, and interpersonal skills, will enable them to balance multiple stakeholder views and needs (the taxpayer, the individual, staff, multiple programs and services, elected officials) to create sustainable communities and to maintain efficient leadership creating a culture of accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Several years of progressively responsible management experience, in the field of social housing, including budget preparation, development experience, operation, and human resources management
  • A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g.  Public Administration, Urban Studies, Social Sciences or related discipline) or, a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline combined with an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must possess extensive knowledge of the continuum of housing needs and options available in Brantford/Brant County Service Area and understand the related legislation and policies including Housing Services Act, 2011 & Regulations etc. including an understanding of legacy affordable housing programs, government and community partnerships
  • A high degree of political acuity, communication and project management skills required to engage relevant stakeholders at all levels
  • Must possess strategic thinking abilities, solution development, and team leadership skills to deliver results in a complex high profile environment as well as the ability to creatively & respectfully  meet the needs of those you serve
  • Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with strategic planning, change management, and a demonstrated ability to optimize both quality and cost effectiveness of services
  • Proven experience managing and monitoring a multi-million dollar budget including both operation and capital elements
  • Management competencies including results/achievement focus, human resources management, leadership, decision making/judgement, and job knowledge expertise
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and public speaking skills
  • Experience with strategic and community/social planning
  • Proven track record of successful program design/implementation/evaluation
  • Accreditation from a recognized Professional Management Association such as C.I.M., A.I.H.M., C.P.M will be an asset
  • A valid Ontario driver’s license (without supervision) in good standing is required
An offer of employment to the successful candidate will be conditional upon submitting a current (within the last three months) criminal record check no later than one week prior to his/her start date in the position
 
SALARY RANGE: $112,126.00 to $140,158.00 per annum based on 35 hour work week plus benefits
 
To apply online, please visit the City of Brantford website at https://careers.brantford.ca/ and click on Current Opportunities.
 
Closing date for applications: Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 4:30 p.m.
 
Information gathered relative to this position will only be used for candidate selection.
 
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
 
Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.  Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.