Agreement Specialist

Agreement Specialist:

($64,991.02 - $75,143.40 Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Housing Provider Agreements, the Agreement Specialist prepares and issues a variety of agreements and related documents for a wide range of housing programs delivered and managed by BC Housing’s non-profit and private sector partners. He/she/they offers advice and guidance on the interpretation of agreement language and program requirements to other business areas and non-profit partners. The position clarifies project specifics, service expectations and agreement requirements with various business areas.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, social sciences, law, business administration or other relevant field.
• Considerable experience in drafting and interpreting agreements or similar documents, or in the preparation and management of agreements.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge and understanding of Social Housing Agreements and related social housing programs at the federal and provincial levels is an asset.
• Sound understanding and skill working with document management tools and relevant computer database systems, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing agreement templates, programs, and related documentation.
• Ability to learn and understand the requirements of internal business areas, program frameworks and project elements in the delivery of assigned duties.
• Ability to analyze contractual requirements and prepare contracts, and provide advice and guidance.
• Ability to seek out required information and problem solve routine and non-routine matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive working relationships externally and within the organization, and exhibit diplomacy and tact in the resolution of issues.
• Ability to perform in a demanding atmosphere under pressure of deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with government staff, legal counsel, industry stakeholders, and internal staff.

How to Apply:

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.

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.

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

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.

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