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We are seeking a passionate and strategic Recruitment Specialist to lead and support initiatives that enhance Indigenous representation across our organization. This role plays a vital part in building meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, fostering culturally safe hiring practices, and supporting the development of inclusive programs that reflect our commitment to reconciliation, equity, and belonging.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. Lived experience as an Indigenous person is considered a significant asset.
2. Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and protocols.
3. Experience in recruitment, human resources, or community engagement, particularly within Indigenous contexts.
4. Proven ability to build trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities and internal stakeholders.
5. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and inclusive hiring practices.
6. Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Recruitment & Outreach

Support full-cycle recruitment efforts focused on increasing Indigenous representation across the organization.

Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities, post-secondary institutions, and employment organizations.

Represent the organization at Indigenous career fairs, hiring events, student presentations and community events.

• Program Development & Support

Collaborate with internal teams (Learning & Leadership, Employee Engagement) to embed Indigenous mentorship and principles of equity into employee programs including career development and leadership.

Promote and expand Indigenous student co-op and internship opportunities.

• Candidate Experience & Cultural Safety

Provide culturally safe support to Indigenous applicants, including pre-interview coaching and advisory services.

Develop tailored resources such as interview preparation materials and employee profiles to support Indigenous candidates.

• Internal Capacity Building

Facilitate internal training sessions to raise awareness of Indigenous cultures and protocols.

Contribute to inclusive hiring practices and ensure alignment with reconciliation and equity goals.

• Data & Reporting

Track and report on recruitment metrics, including Indigenous applicant engagement and hiring outcomes.

Reporting to the Director, Agreements, the Regulatory Affairs Advisor provides expert guidance and advice on housing-related initiatives with regulatory, contractual, and risk implications. He/she/they provides input to the development and implementation of strategies, plans, processes, and practices for housing related initiatives to ensure alignment with contractual, regulatory, and legislative requirements and BC Housing’s objectives. The position leads housing initiative projects, led by the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, conducts independent research and analysis, manages external contractors, provides advice and guidance to senior leadership, and prepares recommendations and reports to the Executives and the Board of Commissioners. The role works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in achieving results, including participating in internal and external working groups, providing briefings to leadership, and fostering relationships with other government agencies.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Considerable experience in leading and managing business strategy, project management, and communications.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge of the affordable housing sector in the province of British Columbia.
• Ability to learn and understand departmental policies and procedures, and the Commission’s mandate and programs. Ability to demonstrate a high level of self-awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to generate and articulate creative new ideas/processes, and develop, plan, facilitate, and coordinate their execution.
• Ability to manage project teams, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use sound judgement in analyzing problems and identifying weaknesses and conflicts in policies and procedures
• Ability to apply an intersectional approach to work analyses.
• Ability to lead a project from idea to execution while managing multiple inputs and priorities.
• Ability to be sensitive to the diverse perspectives of stakeholders and work with them to resolve differences and work cohesively together.
• Ability to establish a high level of rapport with staff, management/senior management, Executives, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional groups to achieve common goals.
• Strong professional and interpersonal communication skills across a range of channels (written, oral).
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and organizational and time management skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

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 Associate Vice President, Enterprise Risk and Regulatory Affairs, the Manager, Insurance Programs establishes and oversees the delivery of a suite of insurance programs for the Commission, operating with a high level of autonomy to ensure that BC Housing maintains insurance programs that comply with applicable regulations, standards, and best practices. He/she/they acts as a trusted decision-maker for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of insured risk, including claims adjustment, settlements, actuarial assessments, loss and liability modelling, policy assessment, and coverage terms. The position collaborates with all branches to provide effective oversight of the insurance programs, resolves complex issues, and maintains strong monitoring and reporting practices across the commission. The role oversees staff with brokers, insurers, adjusters, insured partners, the Ministries of Finance and Housing, and other stakeholders as required, and serves as a key adviser to guide Executive decision-making on insurance practices.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Extensive experience managing insurance programs, including self-insurance, fleet insurance, construction, and/or operating insurance.
• Considerable experience leading teams, reporting to senior-level management, and managing broker relations and claims management.
• Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation or the Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation and/or Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the philosophies, principles, and practices of performance measures and indicators, risk management, corporate governance, research, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, policy analysis, and project/program management.
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in advancing strategy and policy in support of marginalized communities and a high level of cultural competency.
• Ability to learn and understand the legislation, organization, strategic direction, programs, policies, and procedures of BC Housing.
• Ability to analyze problems and identify weaknesses and conflicts in policies and procedures.
• Ability to apply an intersectional approach to work analyses using a Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) tool and applying the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Ability to provide leadership and advice, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with high-profile, sensitive, and urgent matters.
• Ability to utilize judgment in presenting issues, and provide leadership, direction, and influence in facilitating appropriate courses of action.
• Demonstrates agility by proactively and continuously seeking out better ways to operate, faster, quicker, and more intelligently.
• Ability to understand and empathize with others and provide effective constructive feedback.
• Ability to construct reports and presentations to ensure clear and effective communications employing best practices in formatting and design.
• Ability to establish a high level of rapport with staff, management/senior management, Executives, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate a social equity analysis.
• Ability to apply a high level of self-awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to generate and articulate creative new ideas/processes, and develop, plan, facilitate and coordinate their execution.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate staff in a team setting.
• Ability to lead a project from idea to execution, proactively identify risks, emerging risks, and issues while managing multiple inputs and priorities.
• Ability to independently solve problems using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Demonstrated professional and interpersonal communication skills across a range of channels (written, oral, and presentation) and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional groups to achieve common goals.
• Strong consultative, facilitation, consensus-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and information graphics, dashboards, and collaborative software, including Excel and PowerPoint, Tableau, InDesign, Power BI, and Mural.

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.

The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching units to pick up and deliver freight, monitor the performance of drivers and ensure customer timelines are adhered to. Part of this job is on efficient utilization, management and performance of our trailer bank Refers, Dry Vans and Long Combination Vehicles allowing the company to efficiently move optimized loads and achieve on-time service to all customers and terminals.

How You’ll Help: 

• Arrange for daily deliveries, assign pick up requests, and entre orders in the computer
• Set up appointment freight, manifest shipments, coordinate ETA's with Central, check for expedited shipments and enter missed pick-ups
• Answer phones and take pick-up requests
• Perform a dock and yard check to ensure freight is not missed and trucks are on schedule
• Coordinate drivers to come back for second round of deliveries, manifest skeleton and make linehaul orders
• Coordinate local P&D requirements
• Track lumpers hours and review requirements
• Monitor driver performance and report finding to manager
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiencies
• Other related duties as may be required

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education (Supply Chain or Logistics Management, or a combination of education and experience
• Previous Transportation or operational experience is preferred, various roles within transportation would be beneficial. New graduates or current students are welcome. 
  • Communication skills - advanced
  • Computer skills – accuracy, MS products, AS400, web based programs
  • Demonstrated customer relationship skills
  • Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment
  • Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues
  • Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, co-workers, etc.
  • Ability to work independently; a self-starter
  • Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. 
  • Ability to work a flexible work schedule
  • Results focused

Overview

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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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 aquatic.services@vancouver.ca 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