Position Summary

SENIOR AGREEMENT SPECIALIST

JOB ID: 6427

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

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.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

SENIOR AGREEMENT SPECIALIST:

$72,479.17 - $83,518.06 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the assigned supervisor, the Senior Agreement Specialist leads the development of a wide range of project agreements between BC Housing and non-profit, public and private sector partners and participates in housing program development. He/she/they is accountable for the review of project leases, housing agreements, and intergovernmental agreements to ensure alignment with the specific program requirements and BC Housing’s strategic objectives. The position negotiates with housing providers, liaises with legal counsel, drafts and issues complex project agreements under various BC Housing funding programs, and designs new agreement templates in accordance with new and revised housing program frameworks.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, social studies, business administration or other related field.
• Considerable experience in drafting and interpreting agreements/contracts.
• Considerable experience in drafting legal terms, negotiating with third parties, and executing contracts.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of Social Housing Agreements and related social housing programs.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of contract development, negotiation, and administration.
• Considerable knowledge of real estate and contract law.
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing agreement templates, programs, and related documentation
• Ability to learn and understand internal business areas across the Commission, project scope, program frameworks and related legal terms and conditions.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively assign work to direct reports based on multiple priorities and oversee the quality of that work on an ongoing basis.
• Ability to analyse contractual requirements and negotiate and write complex contracts.
• Ability to establish, foster and maintain positive and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and address problems in a diplomatic and tactful manner in order to successfully accomplish objectives.
• Ability to perform in a demanding atmosphere under pressure of deadline.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and initiative to seek out required information.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management related tools.

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org.

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

• Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org to arrange a call.)