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Reporting to the Director, Lending Services, the Lending Services Lead provides leadership in designing and developing financial and development risk analysis in the areas of financial modelling and analysis, development feasibility, capital sourcing, and business case and legal support for housing development and re-development projects. He/she/they provides direction in the review of mortgage documentation for Development and Asset Strategies, Building Envelope Repair projects, and Provincial Infrastructure Grant Projects. The position evaluates the feasibility and risk of housing projects and develops strategies for the mitigation of ownership, funding, security adequacy and financial risks to the Commission. The role leads the negotiations with partners, housing providers, municipalities, developers, and others to ensure projects are structured properly and are financially viable with appropriate capital structure and sourcing. He/she/they works closely with the Mortgage Administration and Development and Asset Strategies staff regarding the provision of construction lending, mortgage financing and legal administration services, and monitors any changes to the risk profile throughout the life cycle of the project and recommends strategies to reduce risk as required. The position leads and contributes to the development of risk management methodologies, processes, models, and systems to facilitate the ongoing identification, evaluation, monitoring, and mitigation of risk to the Commission. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Urban Land Economics, or other relevant discipline. 
• Extensive well-rounded experience in commercial/multi-unit CMHC insured and uninsured construction underwriting and in re-development projects.  
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the structuring and financing of social housing and market rental developments involving multiple partners. 
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of risk modelling, and the ability to assess risk and develop a comprehensive risk profile for each project. 
• Ability to learn and understand departmental policies and procedures and of the Commission’s mandate and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment and facilitate creative thinking with respect to the best use of development properties, forms of ownership, financing structures, and strategies for mitigation of risk. 
• Ability to establish a high level of rapport with DAS staff, housing development partners, and stakeholders. 
• Ability to analyze complex corporate financial statements and business operational information, quickly grasp the linkages and implications, and make quick but effective decisions.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team setting.
• Excellent organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent consultative, facilitation, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Reporting to the assigned Manager, the Procurement Specialist uses public procurement guidelines and BC Housing policies, processes, and templates to conduct procurements, assist in managing suppliers and provide recommendations to internal clients (the “client”) engaged in supply chain activities. He/she/they works independently and proactively to support their clients’ procurements and resulting supply contracts which may include but are not limited to: managing solicitations, working collaboratively with the client on solicitations, providing oversight and guidance to the procurement process, and providing recommendations for procurements. The position is responsible for conducting and/or supporting public and selective competitive bids, developing, and implementing strategic procurement strategies for construction/renovations/equipment/services, providing and/or supporting vendor management and developing strong relationships with suppliers and key agencies. The role oversees and facilitates the process supporting the development and issuance of solicitations for the supply of goods and services which involve the strategic, timely and economic acquisition of construction, renovations, equipment, services and supplies.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced diploma in operations management, logistics, or other relevant discipline.
• Considerable related experience in purchasing and/or contract management.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of procurement and purchasing practices for a variety of supplies and services.
• Sound knowledge of construction purchasing and their contracts.
• Sound knowledge of Canadian construction, tendering and contract law(s), and practices.
• Sound knowledge of Public Procurement requirements and legislation.
• Sound knowledge of construction, building maintenance and repair, including parts and supplies.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong decision-making and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service and presentation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate prices, terms, and conditions of contracts.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and organize purchasing activities.
• Ability to write, review and/or edit technical reports, specification terms, solicitations, contracts, Request for Proposals, etc.
• Ability to work and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Ability to analyze, mitigate, and resolve contractual and supplier performance problems.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures while managing multiple projects.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Performs a variety of cleaning duties within assigned Commission buildings.

JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:

1. Performs cleaning duties within assigned buildings including vacant dwellings:

(a) Mops, washes, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums carpets; cleans carpets (except on move outs), walls, doors, furniture, smoke alarms and dusts and sweeps areas;
(b) Moves Commission and tenant furniture and/or effects within a development;
(c) Maintains cleanliness of assigned outside areas and picks up litter and removes garbage, maintains integrity and compliance of recycling programs;
(d) Clears snow from doorways and walkways and applies ice melt product when required;
(e) Operates cleaning janitorial equipment and uses associated tools and cleaning materials;
(f) Washes windows inside and outside where accessible;
(g) Required to utilize tact and diplomacy and refers tenants to other staff where appropriate. In some occasions may be required to exercise interpersonal and conflict resolution skills when dealing with the resident population.
 

2. Other related duties

(a) Changes light bulbs in buildings and in unlit areas where no Building Manager is assigned or the Building Manager is off duty;
(b) When required, shall drive the Employer's vehicle.

Reporting to the assigned supervisor, the Documentation Clerk is responsible for processing documentation such as tenant move-outs, building inspections, Declarations of Income and Assets, pet registration, tenant chargebacks, processing work orders, and accounts payable invoices. He/She/They performs property portfolio and property maintenance support functions, provides direct face-to-face and telephone-based customer service to visitors and clients, maintains various databases and current tenant files, and provides general operational support. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Secondary school graduation plus completion of a comprehensive post-secondary course in office or business administration from a recognized educational institution.
• Sound clerical experience in related office administration, including contact with diverse members of the public.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience suitable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound practical knowledge of the rules, practices, and procedures of office and program administration.
• Sound practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
• Some knowledge of accounting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good keyboarding skills with a minimum of 50 wpm keyboard speed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with good conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to interpret and understand financial documents received from tenants.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and tolerance and exercise tact, diplomacy, and good judgement when dealing with a variety of clients, including those of diverse cultural, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds and those with difficult behavioural issues.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and process a large volume of work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy while meeting prescribed deadlines.
• Ability and interest in taking initiative, being flexible, adapting to change and contributing in a team environment.
• Ability to assess and respond quickly and effectively to an incident and/or crisis.

The Development Manager is responsible for the initiation, planning, design, risk assessment and delivery of a portfolio of complex and diverse social, affordable and mixed market housing, group home and specialized facility developments/projects through all project development phases, from initiation through to warranty inspection and occupancy. He/she/they provides project leadership and coordination to a project team and works collaboratively with project sponsors and partners, including societies, private sector developers, consultants, industry specialists, contractors, government ministries, municipality officials, Health Authorities, First Nations and various agencies in achieving project objectives. Specific responsibilities vary depending on the role BC Housing is playing in each project, whether as a funding/delivery agency and lender (for social housing projects where the Society has a development consultant) or as project manager and lender for directly delivered projects. The position is accountable for ensuring that all due diligence requirements have been considered and completed, and that the various funding and finance models abide by Provincial fiduciary requirements.   

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• University degree in business administration, project management, land use planning, or real estate development and financing or a related field
• Considerable project management experience relating to the development of multi-unit residential housing, including the non-profit sector market, as well as experience negotiating contracts, municipal land use entitlements and real estate issues, and partnership agreements.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of project management philosophies, theories and principles, including project scoping, budget development/financial management, scheduling, tendering, quality assurance, risk management and project team coordination
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of real estate property development and construction, and related business concepts, processes and practices 
• Considerable knowledge of municipal planning; public consultation processes; design, development and delivery processes; project tendering and construction processes; and warranty, handover and operational processes related to real estate development and construction  
• Working knowledge and understanding of BC Housing’s housing programs, and development and lending policies specifically relating to the development of social housing
• Good planning, organizational and time management skills in a complex and fast-paced environment with defined timelines  
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, influencing, persuasion, conflict resolution and consensus building skills  
• Good interpersonal, project leadership and team building skills 
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills 
• Proficient computer skills including use of relevant business applications, particularly complex spreadsheet, scheduling management and project management software 
• Ability to coordinate planning, design development, construction and due diligence activities within a regulatory framework for a range of projects, and balance diverse interests, risks and benefits in achieving project objectives
• Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging issues, strategize options, form solutions, mitigate risks and make effective decisions, using a high degree of judgment and business acumen  
• Ability to develop, influence and manage collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders/ partners, interest groups and public 
• Ability to prepare detailed and complex reports on real estate property and planning, design, development and construction matters  
• Ability to communicate ideas and issues with a broad range of audiences, including industry professionals, clients, partners and stakeholders, where there may be diverging stakeholder objectives and opinions 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment 
• Ability to travel on Commission business as needed. Valid BC Driver’s License.
• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

Portfolio Managers (PPMs) regarding all associated programs and services, including rent calculations, annual reviews, the scheduling and maintenance processes of housing stock and other related services. He/She/They assists with the initial set-up of tenant records with accurately documented rents, subsidies, services and the ongoing maintenance of files using established protocols and BC Housing’s systems and databases. The position analyzes and interprets tenant and housing records to ensure accuracy and initiates corrective action when necessary.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduation plus completion of a number of post-secondary courses in business or program administration or other relevant fields.
• Considerable related progressive experience in a comparable environment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge and understanding of the rules, practices and procedures of business and program administration
• Proficient in the use of office systems and operating procedures and systems.
• Proficient with computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Good keyboarding skills with minimum of 50 wpm keyboard speed.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage files and organize confidential documentation.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and difficult conversations.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and within a team
• Ability to work in a fast paced and frequently changing environment.
• Ability to investigate and solve problems creatively and within established regulations.
• Ability to take initiative and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to be highly organized managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of each assigned task.
• Ability to interpret financial documents received from tenants accurately.
• Ability to exercise good judgement.
• Ability to learn computer applications and administrative tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Criminal Record Check required.

Reporting to the Coordinated Access and Assessment Manager, the Homelessness Outreach Worker, connects with people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless in community locations. He/She/They aides and assists individuals to navigate housing and related support system(s). The incumbent collaborates and partners with shelters and supportive housing providers, and homelessness service agencies to ensure an integrated system of supports and services. As a core member of a multidisciplinary regional homelessness and encampment response team (HEART), the position supports communities to prevent, minimize and or resolve encampments and respond to homelessness through coordination and rapid support for individuals sheltering outdoors.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma plus completion of post-secondary courses in social housing, community development, mental health, trauma counselling and or other relevant discipline
• Considerable progressive experience in working with individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty on account of physical, mental, or psychological disability, and or, substance use challenges.
• Sound experience in liaising with government, private and community-based housing providers and working with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Some experience with crisis management and or de-escalation techniques. Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of causal factors of homelessness, mental illness and or addiction.
• Sound understanding of the importance of cultural and community connections in supporting individuals to improve well-being, exit homelessness and thrive in housing. 
• Good understanding or lived experience of the impacts of residential schools, generational trauma and or abuse.
• Sound knowledge of government, private and community-based housing service providers.
• Good de-escalation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to manage evolving situations. 
• Good understanding of traditional, cultural and or holistic wellness and healing initiatives
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills.
• Proficient in computer applications and software including MS Office tools.
• Demonstrated ability to empathize when engaging with individuals from diverse socio economic and cultural backgrounds, a high degree of confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Demonstrated ability to partner, curious perspective when engaging with a wide array of community partners, including advocates, volunteers, local business owners, neighbours, and community members.
• Ability to develop strong partnerships with services providers and community partners. 
• Ability to learn, understand and update BC Housing mandate, programs, and services.
• Ability to develop and foster trusting relationships with people facing homelessness and multiple barriers.
• Ability to travel and work periodic evenings and weekends; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the position. 
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Tier 4 Criminal Record Check Required.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Legacy, and working closely with the Director, Gift & Estate Planning, the Philanthropy Manager plays a central role in connecting with donors to inspire and support meaningful legacy gifts that reflect their values, life story, and vision for the future. This role is all about people and gift planning, engaging directly with donors, building relationships, and guiding them through thoughtful conversations to explore meaningful legacy options.

More specifically, you will:

• Lead personalized donor conversations: Manage a portfolio of legacy donors and prospects, connecting one-to-one through in-person visits, phone, and email, primarily across British Columbia, to explore legacy giving options, inspire donors, and secure and confirm deferred gifts.

• Steward and deepen relationships: Develop and deliver tailored stewardship strategies for current Legacy Circle members, ensuring each donor feels recognized, valued, and celebrated.

• Strengthen and expand advisor relationships: Deepen connections with professional advisors, grow our network, and assist with local and regional engagement efforts to increase visibility and support for the legacy program through direct collaboration with influential advisors.

• Maintain and enhance legacy resources: Work with the Associate Director, Legacy, to proactively identify enhancements to keep tools accurate, compelling, and accessible across digital and print platforms.

• Integrate legacy into broader strategies: Collaborate with Foundation teams to embed legacy giving into broader fundraising and donor engagement strategies, including contributing to donor visit planning and proactively planning and partnering for internal legacy education initiatives to share knowledge across the organization.

What you bring

We understand that no single candidate will perfectly meet all the qualifications outlined for this job posting. The following highlights the qualifications we consider important.

As a Philanthropy Manager, you are passionate about building meaningful relationships with donors and professional advisors. You bring a proven track record of guiding prospective legacy donors through thoughtful conversations that lead to Legacy Circle membership and confirmed planned gifts. You have a strong understanding of gift planning concepts, such as Wills, bequests, registered assets, and insurance, and a familiarity with basic estate and tax considerations relevant to legacy giving. While extensive technical expertise is not required, you approach these conversations with confidence, curiosity, and a natural ease in connecting with donors.

In addition, you bring:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant field (e.g., marketing, communications, business, political science, humanities).
• Minimum five years of direct fundraising experience, with significant exposure to gift and legacy planning, or related professional advisor work.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) applied to the preparation of proposals, reports and presentations.
• Strong knowledge and experience using databases; Raiser’s Edge NXT is an asset.
• CFRE designation, and current or past CAGP membership are assets.
• A class 5 driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.
• A flexible schedule that allows for donor visits and tours, onsite meetings, and occasional after-hours events and meetings.
• An affinity for our values – Think Big, Lead with Heart and Step Up

What you can expect

Ensuring that kids receive the best health care imaginable is no small task, therefore taking care of our team is a top priority. To help you power the possible and to support you in your health, well-being, and career growth, in additional to competitive compensation, we offer perks like a hybrid work environment (minimum of two days per week in office) and nine-day fortnight schedule, generous vacation, topnotch health and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and a commitment to professional development.

The hiring range for this position is between $89,300 and $99,000. At BCCHF, we are committed to ensuring that compensation is fair and equitable. Your placement in the salary range will be determined by your experience, relevant skills, and qualifications as they relate to this role.

Please note that all team members of BCCHF are required to complete vulnerable sector criminal record check as a condition of employment.

BA Blacktop Ltd. is currently seeking for dedicated individuals to join our operations team as Laborers & Operators in Greater Vancouver area.

No experience required.

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

We have openings for the following trades:

• General Laborers
• Equipment Operators
• Grade Crew
• Pipe Layers
• Paving Crew
• Utility Crew
• Utility / Grade Foreman
• Asphalt Plant Operators

Applicants must:

• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in various locations.
• Have a valid driver's license to travel to and from the work site (as well as operate company vehicles).
• Meet all Safety employment requirements and adhere to all company polices and procedures.

Why us?

These are full-time positions. Here’s what you can expect working with us:

• Opportunity for career advancement.
• Competitive wages and overtime opportunities.
• Our hands-on approach ensures all our employees receive the proper training and guidance needed to safely complete the job they’re hired to do.
• Unionized Wage and Benefits Package.

Location: Greater Vancouver area

Schedule: 8 hour shift

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you'll be doing

CIBC’s Wood Gundy team  is the full-service brokerage division of CIBC serving our high net worth clientele. As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Investment Advisor team in our Wood Gundy brokerage. You’ll work closely with the team of Advisors as they plan and manage client investments. You’ll play a key part in supporting and servicing high net worth client accounts. You’ll provide ongoing support to a team that goes above and beyond for their clients.  This position is a great opportunity to learn the investment business in a professional, dynamic work environment with one of Canada's leading Brokerage.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time Monday through Friday.

The salary range for this role is $47,420.00 - 59,740.00 CAD Annually.

How you'll succeed

• Administrative Support - Maintain compliance standards in client dealings/client files. Conduct administrative activities and engage in administrative processes associated with supporting the IA(s) and teams. Engage in all marketing and business development activities and assist in the development of investment plans and written proposals for prospects and clients. As determined by the IA, assist in processes to direct assets into suitable financial products based on the client’s risk reward tolerances and demographic profile.

• Client Engagement - Connect on a personal level to make every interaction meaningful. Enhance relationships by collaborating with your team and providing administrative support to ensure client needs are met. Respond to requests by answering questions and providing an exceptional experience.

• Relationship Building - Heighten CIBC brand awareness in your community by attending local events and participating in marketing and outreach activities. Grow your network to create lasting connections that will generate future opportunities. Work closely with your team to connect clients with the right opportunities.

• Organizational Skills - Support Investment Advisors by providing timely responses to client requests and maintaining compliance standards in all files. Enable team success by improving team productivity, proactively uncovering business opportunities, and helping to direct assets into the right financial products.

Who you are

• You have a diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a similar field of study.

• You have a minimum of one year of Administrative experience, preferably in finance.

• You have completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), Conduct & Practice Handbook (CPH), or are open to obtaining within 6 months of hire

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.

• You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and understand different perspectives. You listen and learn from the experiences of others.

• You understand that success is in the details. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partner. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Vancouver-1285 W.Pender,Ste400

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Administration, Organizational Efficiency, Technical Knowledge

Job Description

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is inviting applications from interested and qualified candidates for the summer intake of Lifeguard I employees for various outdoor pools and beaches in Vancouver. All shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an aquatic screening assessment. Candidates must e-mail their certifications to [email protected] in addition to this application in order to be considered.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing general lifeguard duties under the direction of a supervisor, including rowboats and foot patrols
• Supervising and promoting safety and order on public beaches/outdoor pools
• Performing assigned duties to prevent loss of life and damage to property
• Performing lookout duties and administering first aid, if and when required
• Inspecting facilities/vessels for safety equipment
• Patrols and/or scans assigned swimming area.
• Makes rescues and renders assistance to bathers in difficulty.
• Administers resuscitation and first aid treatments.
• Checks lifeguard equipment to ensure proper condition and keeps same in readiness at all times.
• Promotes water and beach safety practices.
• Checks beach and pool equipment and areas for condition and cleanliness.
• Performs a variety of tasks such as removing glass, seaweed, and driftwood from beach area, emptying garbage containers, erecting or resetting beach signs and ensuring the cleanliness of the bathhouse and adjacent area.
• Performing other related work, as required

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following current and valid certificates:

• National Lifeguard Pool certification
• National Lifeguard Waterfront certification
• CPR Basic Rescuer “C” Certificate
• Standard First Aid

This position may include working weekends, statutory holidays, as well as early morning and late evening shifts. 

A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position.  A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: July, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-315: $34.66 per hour

Application Close: July 6, 2025