Affordable Housing Programs Supervisor (Hastings County)

 
 
 
 
Permanent Full-Time
2021-NON-CHS-167
 
Hastings County has an opening for one (1) permanent full-time Affordable Housing Programs Supervisor.  This is a non-unionized position which reports to the Assistant Manager of Affordable Housing Policy & Partnership. This position is responsible for administering affordable housing programs for Hastings County’s Housing Services, and supervises the application process and centralized waiting list for over 2,220 social housing units (including Non-Profit Housing Providers) in Hastings County and the selection of tenants to move into social housing units in Hastings County.
 

DUTIES

  • Oversee the delivery of affordable housing programs in Hastings County.
  • Liaise with community agencies to inform them of affordable housing opportunities for their clients.
  • Apply for additional funding to support affordable housing initiatives.
  • Coordinate the development and completion of any new affordable housing expansion projects.
  • Act as primary contact person with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding affordable housing initiatives.
  • Assist with policy development related to affordable housing issues.
  • Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Affordable Housing Policy and Partnership, assists with; the development of the ten-year Housing and Homeless Plan, Annual Services Report, requests for proposals as it relates to affordable housing and drafts recommendations/reports for Committee and Council.
  • Administer the budget for affordable housing programs including Rent Supplement, Housing Allowance and Ministry lead programs.
  • Ensure the best possible delivery of affordable housing in Hastings County.
  • Supervise Tenant Placement Clerks.
  • Manage Hastings County Social Housing Registry.
  • Supervise the selection of tenants to move into social housing in Hastings County.  This will include units directly managed by Hastings County and those administered by 15 different non-profit housing providers.
  • Administer rent supplement portfolio.
  • Supervise monthly payment to Rent Supplement providers (private and non-profit).
  • Complete various monthly reports and other reports as required.
  • Develop performance goals and plans for staff and provide coaching and performance feedback.
  • Collect and report statistical information for information sharing and program development.
  • Protect own health and  health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety. 
  • Follows all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and County policies.
  • Other related duties as may be required or assigned from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or Human Services.
  • Minimum three years’ experience in the affordable and social housing field or related area.
  • Excellent knowledge of the current provincial affordable housing programs and Hastings County’s initiatives through this program.
  • Ability to deliver programs at the community level.
  • Experience dealing with provincial and federal ministries.
  • Knowledge of affordable housing issues frequently faced by people needing affordable housing and by those delivering affordable housing programs.
  • Knowledge of the Housing Services Act, 2011 and regulations related to social and affordable housing issues including the Social Housing Registry and tenant placement.
  • The ability to supervise staff in a social housing environment.
  • The ability to address and appropriately identify health, safety and liability issues.
  • A valid G driver’s license is required.

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
 
WAGE RANGE: $73,909 - $86,447 per annum, with excellent fringe benefits
 
Interested candidates may submit their resume and covering letter not later than
Monday, June 21, 2021 by 4pm
 
Juliana Alvarez-Molina
Human Resources Advisor
Talent Management & Acquisition
            
Please quote: “2021-NON-CHS-167 – Your Name” within the subject line and submit your application to careers@hastingscounty.com
 
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information collected will be used only for the purposes of this employment opportunity.  We thank all candidates who apply, but advise that only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. The County of Hastings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please contact us if you require this posting in an alternate format. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.