Support our Capital Asset Management team with your administrative experience in the housing or construction industries in this short-term opportunity
Burnaby (Metro Vancouver), BC
Our Asset Strategies Branch is responsible for the development and implementation of BC Housing’s asset Portfolio Plan which guides the capital asset management, improvement, adaptation and redevelopment of public housing owned by the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation. The Capital Asset Management Team oversees major repairs, capital improvements, and building envelope repairs to BC Housing’s existing housing stock.
This short-term opportunity (approx. 6 months) will allow you to be part of this fast-paced, multidisciplinary team who will rely on you to provide a variety of high-level project administration and coordination services. Major responsibilities will include:
Maintaining project records and information
Preparing status reports, research
Responding to enquiries and preparing correspondence for internal and external groups
initiating and authorizing contracted professional services within assigned limits
service contract administration
maintaining and updating databases
Preferably, your background includes 5 years’ progressive experience in office administration in a highly computerized environment plus experience in the housing/construction/development industry. Post-secondary courses in office systems and administrative procedures are essential and courses or experience in the housing/construction/development industry would be highly desirable. Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team round out your strengths.
Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work, competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
For information on these and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-B-84 to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.org or fax: 604.439.4782.
We offer employees tremendous opportunities to apply and enhance their skills in a positive and rewarding environment. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity, and fulfill the desired qualifications please apply on-line at:
• Responds to inquiries and provides factual information and assistance to the public regarding City programs and services.
• Registers customers in programs, process' sales and maintains records related to transactions using CLASS and computerized point of sale.
• Receives payments using a variety of methods and tenders; prepare cash reports and bank deposits.
• Maintains routine records and statistics relating to the work performed; sorts and files a variety of material.
• Represents the City and the Parks & Recreation Department in a positive, professional and customer friendly manner.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Knowledge of recreation programs and services and registration processes.
• Ability to receive payments, make change, issue and balance receipts and account summaries.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure the safekeeping of customer information and tenders.
• Ability to respond to public inquiries both in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to maintain a variety of records related to the work.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public in providing factual information and assistance.
• Basic keyboarding and ability to operate modern office equipment including a computer terminal and software applications related to the work performed.
• Ability to work effectively and in a customer service friendly manner in a busy atmosphere.
The preferred candidate will possess previous point of sale, cash handling experience and experience using CLASS Program Registration system. Past experience in the field of leisure and recreation, first aid and CPR are considered assets.
At City of Surrey’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Department, it takes a great deal of commitment, an outgoing positive attitude, a sense of fun and a whole lot of organizational ability to ‘fit’ in our recreation services team!
In this position you will be responsible for front counter reception duties within Arena Operations. General duties would include telephone and in-person reception, handling and reconciling cash for admissions and sales, running reports, program registration, and provides information and facility orientations.
The successful candidate will have a high energy, enthusiastic approach to their work and enjoy the chance to be part of a team that values leadership and organizational talents. Candidates must have a current Emergency First Aid with CPR certificate and a valid BC Driver’s License with a safe driving history. This position requires the completion of a criminal records check.
You have completed grade 12 supplemented by 1 year of experience in community service work or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience.
If you are a creative, self-motivated person and have what it takes to make a positive contribution to the City of Surrey, we encourage you to apply on-line quoting competition #09-CAS-40 at:
Support our Development Services team with your administrative experience in the housing or construction industries
Burnaby (Metro Vancouver), BC
Our Development Services Branch assists non-profit societies in the development of affordable housing in British Columbia. The branch monitors projects on an ongoing basis, evaluates plans, oversees inspections and determines standards and policies for all the technical areas of development, such as design, engineering, equipment and materials.
Be part of this fast-paced, multidisciplinary team who will rely on you to provide a variety of high-level project administration and coordination services. Major responsibilities will include:
Reviewing and analysing claims
Reconciling final costs
Initiating and authorizing contracted professional services within assigned limits
Service contract administration
Preparing reports and maintaining and updating databases
Preferably, your background includes 5 years’ progressive experience in office administration in a highly computerized environment plus experience in the housing/construction/development industry. Post-secondary courses in office systems and administrative procedures are essential and courses or experience in the housing/construction/development industry would be highly desirable. Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team round out your strengths.
Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work, competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
For information on these and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-B-83 to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.org or fax: 604.439.4782.
At this time, we will not be considering agency represented candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply directly to BC Housing.
BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
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The Community Services Assistant 5 performs senior community service work with the incumbent responsible for carrying out a variety of organizational and administrative duties related to the planning, development, promotion and delivery of recreation programs and services, special events, volunteer activities, supervision, cash handling and facility security operations for the adult and senior population. The successful candidate will also be supporting the Community Services Coordinator in the Senior’s portfolio. Working as part of a team, the CSA 5 will also plan & schedule programs and services including but not limited to special events, volunteer activities, workshops & educational courses. You will also be required to recruit and supervise instructors and volunteers.
Essential skills include the ability to work effectively with adults and seniors; build relationships with existing community groups, support new and existing groups and apply creativity in developing unique programs tailored to the needs and interests of the Community. Effective and tactful communication skills are a must for this position. Demonstrated initiative, a positive attitude, strong public relations and the ability to create inclusive and welcoming environments are also vital in this role. Experience in working with groups to provide leadership and support their development would be an asset.
The successful applicant must have completed grade 12 supplemented by a degree/diploma in recreation or a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible experience in recreation work, including supervision. You must be eligible to register with the BCRPA in a relevant specialty and hold a High Five Certification or an acceptable equivalent is required. You must have a valid BC Driver’s License and an Emergency First Aid certificate with CPR. This position requires the completion of a criminal record check.
If you are an individual who enjoys interaction and teamwork and who is committed to the delivery of a beneficial recreational experience to the City of Surrey, please apply on-line quoting competition # 09-CAS-39 at:
This position requires the completion of a criminal record check.
We offer employees tremendous opportunities to apply and enhance their skills in a positive and rewarding environment. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please apply online at: www.surreycareers.ca
Help prospective & current tenants while you participate in community health & social planning
Penticton, BC
You will primarily provide assessment and consultative services to applicants and tenants with complex social and healthcare needs and/or behavioural problems. You will assist in providing appropriate housing for these applicants and connecting them with valuable resources in their community.
Along with conducting training programs, you will liaise with regional and community health authorities, non-profit housing societies and co-operative housing groups. Your input into community health and social planning as they relate to tenants of social housing will be welcomed.
Your qualifications could be in a number of areas: a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in social work, OR a BSN and/or eligibility to practice nursing in BC under the Registered Psychiatric Nurses or Registered Nurses Act, OR a degree or diploma in a relevant field (e.g. occupational therapy or vocational rehabilitation). An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. In any case, you have a good knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles and mental health disorders, coupled with excellent assessment and diagnostic skills.
Your experience spans 3 years working with a diverse population of people with psychiatric disorders and complex social/healthcare needs in a community setting. Experience in providing critical incident stress debriefing services to individuals would also be preferred, as would proficiency in all current MS Office applications. Eligibility for registration with a professional regulatory body is expected. In this role, frequent, all season travel will be required.
Share in the enthusiasm and rewards of being part of a growing organization that is challenging, encourages new ideas and supports personal growth. Our compensation is competitive and our benefits are excellent.
For information on this and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal records check.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-B-81, to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.org or fax: 604.439.4782.
Accommodation with reduced rent, good salary & excellent benefits
Vancouver Coastal Region, BC
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to empathize to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to establish positive relationships with a diverse tenant population at our Sunset Towers development at 1650 Haro St. in Vancouver.
You will be called upon to use your excellent interpersonal, relationship building and conflict resolution skills to manage challenging tenant conflict issues and deal effectively with seniors, persons with disabilities and tenants with complex social /health care needs and/or behavioural problems.
The Building Manager possesses and demonstrates core BC Housing competencies of personal effectiveness, communication, customer focus, teamwork and being results focused. Job specific competencies for the successful candidate include operations management and building systems management. Additionally, the candidate demonstrates leadership competencies such as integrity, the ability to be strategic; relationship building and empowering skills, and exemplifies personal excellence.
The successful candidate will be a Grade 12 graduate or equivalent, preferably with post-secondary education in the social services related field and one year’s experience as a Building Manager or equivalent. A BC driver’s licence and reliable vehicle complete the picture.
The successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory criminal record check.
For information on these and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-S-08 to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.org or fax: 604.439.4782.
Strong analytical skills are called for in this dynamic finance role
Burnaby (Metro Vancouver), BC
You will form part of our Corporate Services branch, which is responsible for providing a full range of financial, administrative and information management, legal program analysis and corporate planning services for BC Housing.
Reporting to the Assistant Comptroller, your role will see you:
monitor BC Housing’s cash position
prepare complex and comprehensive cash flow forecasts
participate in identifying funds available for short- and long-term investment
provide analysis on our investment accounts
In addition, you will also be responsible for our PRHC fixed assets reconciliation and mortgage analysis and reconciliation. Working closely with the Comptroller and Assistant Comptroller to ensure timely completion of monthly account reconciliations and year-end audit requirements forms part of the job, as does including the preparation of year-end schedules and working papers.
Ideally, your qualifications include completion of the 4th year level in a recognized accounting program and 5 years’ relevant experience in an accounting or finance department. Additionally, you’re adept at building relationships with internal and external clients and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Expert computer skills are required, and you are known for your diplomacy and tact. Excellent communication skills round out your profile.
Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work, competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
For information on this and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-B-80, to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.orgor fax: 604.439.4782.
Reporting to the General Manager of Centerplate at BC Place Stadium, this individual will be responsible to ensure the strict adherence of food safety sanitation laws, regulations and standards governing the production, processing, storage, transportation and sale of food and related products.
Given the nature of this position, the successful applicant must have a working knowledge of the principles of food production, storage handling and distribution in relationship to local and federal laws and regulations. The applicant must have experience with official inspections, sampling, reporting methods, techniques and practices. The individual will evaluate safety risks, take appropriate steps to ensure that procedures are in place and that all personnel are trained in the necessary systems and workplace requirements. The ability to implement strict workplace standards and critical controls is required. The individual must a strong leader, be administratively strong, have good analytical skills, be detail oriented and have proven experience working within a large operation in a similar capacity. An excellent command of the English language is required and the ability to speak other languages is welcomed.
This is a newly created position and this individual will be instrumental in leading the food safety component of our operation throughout all Olympic related activities.
If you are interested in discussing this position further, please provide a current and detailed resume along with copies of any related certificates to the address noted below. Please reference the position title, posting number and your salary requirements in the subject line of your cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity but only those who are being considered for this position will be interviewed.
To be successful, a Concession Worker must have excellent customer service skills, experience in the service industry as a short order cook and hold a current Food Safe Certificate. Preference will be given to applicants with computerized point of sale, cash handling and are computer literate.
The 2009 rate of pay for this casual position is $14.40 per hour plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation. The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Please forward your resume quoting competition #09-46C.
The Corporate Services Department requires a regular full-time Animal Control Officer.
Responsibilities You will be involved in inspectional, regulatory and investigational work. Responsibilities will include investigating and enforcing the Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw, investigating complaints or infractions, issuing written notices/tickets for violation, performing follow-up inspections and catching and transporting stray or dangerous animals to the animal shelter. You will also investigate complaints of a varied nature such as in public parks, streets and parking, graffiti, public smoking, noise, untidiness, election signs and lawn watering. In addition, you will prepare a variety of reports, gather evidence and appear in court as a witness. This position requires a high level of interaction with the public, kennel and/or shelter staff and veterinarian staff.
Requirements You will possess sound animal control regulatory experience with a minimum of five years experience as an Animal Control Officer, or a combination of training and experience, which should include knowledge of dog tax and regulation bylaw and methods, procedures and equipment used in catching, handling and safe transportation of animals, including dangerous, stray and sick animals. A valid B.C. Class 5 Drivers’ License is required. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office would be a definite asset. The ability to work with minimal direction, proven interpersonal skills to deal tactfully and firmly with the public, and report writing skills are required.
A condition of employment is obtaining and maintaining an enhanced RCMP security clearance.
Compensation & Benefits Salary:
$23.03 to $27.10 per hour
$1,842.40 to $2,168.00 bi-weekly
(Pay Grade 18, January 2009 rates)
Hours of Work:
8 1/2 consecutive hours, inclusive of an unpaid one-half hour meal break, between the hours of 8.00 am and 9.00 pm, any five consecutive days with two consecutive days off. (Currently under review).
The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a contributing team member. You must have the ability to multi-task and work successfully under timelines and pressure. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Access and Word is required. Public / municipal government experience would be an asset.
A minimum of 3 years experience in economic development or a related field; strong research and analytical skills, organization and project management skills, strong customer service orientation, understanding of the land development process, well developed communication skills both oral and written and well developed knowledge of public policy, business development and land development.
Completion of a degree or diploma in Business, Economics, Planning, Public Administration or related field is required. Professional designation as a certified Economic Developer (EcD Certificate) is a definite asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
To apply, please visit us on-line quoting competition 09-TERM-34 at www.surreycareers.ca
The City of Surrey wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advises that only
those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Play a key role in business analysis and support for core business systems in a dynamic, evolving IT environment
This short-term opportunity (approx. 8 months) will see you join the Information Technology Department of Corporate Services, where you will be responsible to the Senior Manager, Enterprise Business Systems, for providing business analysis and functional support for the core business systems such as Oracle JD Edwards Enterprise One (JDE1), Siebel – Health Services, Housing Connections (HC), Central Property System (CPS), Emergency Shelter/Outreach (ESO), SAFER/RAP, and Business Intelligence/Data Warehouse (BI).
You will provide application support to users and ensure the effective operation and use of the systems in accomplishing business objectives. Management will rely on your assistance in defining business requirements, leading business process modelling and developing new business processes. Related functions include developing technical specifications and requirements for new reports, systems and enhancements; and ensuring effective liaison with application implementation/development and technical support teams.
Your support will also be required in the development of business cases as well as providing assistance and coordination in chairing project initiation meetings, selecting project members and contractors, and negotiating contracts. You will manage moderate sized projects or portions of larger, more complex projects throughout the project lifecycle, and ensure seamless project implementation. You will also monitor and problem-solve new installations and services, coordinating systems release notes documentation and training programs and conducting post-implementation reviews and performance analyses to assure the quality of the implementation.
An integral part of your role will encompass conducting business process, feasibility, risk assessment, impact and cost-benefit studies to maximize or enhance the utilization of existing IM/IT systems, or assess the need for new systems to improve overall client service delivery and ensure achievement of business objectives. This will include assessing and advising on technological solutions, increased efficiencies and organizational impacts for various systems options including impacts on staffing resources, customer services, capital costs and training/educational requirements.
Your credentials include a recognized degree in Commerce/Business Administration or Information Technology, coupled with 3+ years’ business analysis experience, 5+ years’ IT industry experience specifically focused on IT solutions and services and/or appropriate training/experience. Considerable experience in supporting enterprise-wide business systems is required, as is a broad knowledge of business processes, preferably in a social housing or similar environment that has included finance, procurement, asset maintenance, project development and property management.
Technically, you have extensive knowledge of Oracle technology including databases and middleware; a strong knowledge of IT standards, the system development lifecycle and IT development environments; and are familiar with hardware technologies (servers, workstations, networks and operating systems).
Naturally, strong skills are necessary in business requirements gathering, process modelling and solution architecting, including writing business requirement documents. You also have knowledge of feasibility, risk assessment, impact and cost-benefit analysis techniques and processes. Good project management, leadership and facilitation skills as well as some negotiation and influencing skills are important. Lastly, you enjoy taking ownership of tasks and driving them through to completion.
Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work, competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
For information on this and other opportunities, please visit our Career Centre at www.bchousing.org/careers
Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting reference #09-E-31, to Human Resources, BC Housing at careers@bchousing.orgor fax: 604.439.4782.
This position is responsible for: lifesaving functions; general supervision of scheduled guards and lesson instruction including specialized areas; and providing assistance in Lifeguard training. Additional responsibilities include performing maintenance functions in and around the pool.
To be successful, candidates must be: a senior secondary school graduate, have successfully completed courses in lifesaving, swimming instruction and pool operation and maintenance. Previous experience as a Lifeguard and Instructor is mandatory.
Required Licences and Certificates include: Water Safety Instructor, National Lifeguard Service-Pool Option, CPR Level C, Aquatic Emergency Care or Standard First Aid. The successful candidate must also obtain AED, and BCRPA Pool Operators I within the first three months of employment.
The successful candidate is required to supply a criminal record check and a copy of their credentials.
This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates.
Position Status:WVMEA (Union) – Permanent, Full-time
Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)
Rate of Pay:$20.415 - $23.989 per hour
Apply By:Noon, Monday, November 9, 2009 to:
Human Resources Department
District of West Vancouver
750-17th Street
West Vancouver BC V7V 3T3