Manager, Operations
Cape Breton Island Housing Authority
Sydney, NS | New Glasgow, NS
Closed
Job Details:
Manager, Operations
Cape Breton Island Housing Authority
Location: Sydney (or TBA)
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: Excluded (Non-union)
Competition# 22005-A
Closing Date: May 31, 2022
About Us
It is an exciting time for the organization and a great opportunity to join us as we work to further meet the housing needs of Nova Scotians. Housing Nova Scotia (HNS) is working to advance the objectives of the National Housing Strategy and has developed a 3-year Action Plan. HNS is the provincial government agency responsible for the administration and delivery of affordable housing solutions for low-to modest income Nova Scotians. Through its five regional Housing Authorities, HNS provides more than 11,500 safe, affordable homes as part of its Public Housing program to more than 17,000 seniors and families. Housing Authorities manage the day-to-day operations of Nova Scotia's public housing stock.
About Our Opportunity
Reporting to the Building Services Manager, the Operations Manager is accountable for supporting the effective and efficient management of property operations in the Eastern and Cape Breton Regions. The Manager is responsible for prioritizing and directing the daily activities of contractors and supervisors providing quality living spaces within a client-first environment.
• Coordinate maintenance functions including supervision of staff, the safety and security of the tenants, and the day-to-day maintenance of projects.
• Assist with the preparation and review of the operating, capital replacement and modernization and improvement budgets, special projects and monitoring and controlling expenditures.
• Develop and maintain operating contingency and emergency plans for all properties.
• Carry out required emergency and non-emergency repairs after consideration of risk in specific circumstances.
• Assist in the development of priorities and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and administer tenders related to the property management function.
• Ensure implementation of maintenance programs and the effective maintenance and upkeep of equipment, grounds and buildings.
• Oversee vehicle fleet management to ensure purchase, operation and maintenance of vehicles meet the requirements of the efficient operation of CBIHA and EMHA.
• Ensure consistent implementation and application of policies, procedures and legislation by taking appropriate measures when necessary to ensure optimum effectiveness of operations.
• Ensure that employees adhere to all the relevant provisions of Nova Scotia's Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Identify problems and provide recommendations to improve or overcome policy operation and program difficulties.
• Assist duty staff with after-hours emergencies.
• Arrange for immediate response to all emergency situations in accordance with health and safety legislation and in conjunction with the Safety and Emergency Planning Coordinator.
• Direct and coordinate activities of employees in the areas work assignment and other duties as assigned.
• Post-secondary education in a related field plus five years' related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of property management and building maintenance, building systems, including electrical, mechanical and architectural.
• Leadership skills to promote a cohesive team environment.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is required
• Good judgment skills are needed overseeing staff, determining work priorities and special projects, identifying the special needs of tenant groups, resolving grievances and adhering to acts and legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are required to tactfully deal with tenants, employees, politicians, groups or agencies.
• Possess a valid Nova Scotia driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.
Asset:
• Red Seal Journeyperson certification in a building trade is an asset.
• Certified Property Manager (CPM), Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), or Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) designations is an asset.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Yardi Property Management software is an asset.
Equivalency:
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits:
Based on the employment status, eligibility and union agreement, the Nova Scotia Housing Authorities offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.
Classification: MC 20
Salary Range: $72,272.95-$ 93,955.09
Hours per week: 35 hours
Note: This is not a Civil Service position.
The Housing Authorities are committed to employing staff who are representative of the diverse community we serve. If you are a member of one or more of the following designated groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.
To Apply:
Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.
Our preferred method of applying is through Career Beacon, otherwise applications/ resumes should be sent directly to:
Housing Authority, Human Resource Services
Email: [email protected]
Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
