Housing Assistant

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  • CompanyChippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation
  • Job TypeAdministration
  • Required ExperienceOne (1) year experience in a clerical position
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Education / CredentialsMinimum Grade 12 or an equivalent
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline05/19/2025

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Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
HOUSING ASSISTANT – FULL TIME

PROGRAM AREA: HOUSING DEPARTMENT
POSITION TITLE: HOUSING ASSISTANT
REPORTING PROTOCOL: REPORTS DIRECTLY TO THE HOUSING MANAGER/DESIGNATE

POSITION SUMMARY: Working as part of the Housing Department team, the Housing Assistant will assist the Housing Manager with housing service for all tenants and dealing with general inquiries on a wide range of housing related issues, such as making agreements and arrangements in respect of tenants’ accounts and supporting the Housing Team.

Experience and Qualifications

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
▪ Minimum Grade 12 or an equivalent;
▪ Post-secondary certificate/diploma in a related field an asset;
▪ One (1) year experience in a clerical position;
▪ Experience in a First Nation office environment is an asset.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
▪ Good public relation skills, including an appreciation of the need for confidentiality and a positive approach with the public. Knowledge of the housing program and CMHC regulations;
▪ Knowledge of home construction and maintenance are an asset;
▪ Flexible to work with minimal supervision, must be punctual, and maintain good attendance;
▪ Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office using Word, Excel, and invoice system;
▪ Must be in good financial standing with the First Nation;
▪ Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management skills, be a team player;
▪ Excellent Financial & Excellent Public Relations Skillsets;
▪ Maintain a positive, efficient, and effective presence within and for the community;
▪ Follow the Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation Employee Policy Manual;
▪ Must have a driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

How to Apply

PREFERENTIAL HIRING REQUIREMENTS:
▪ KSPFN encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
▪ However, preference will be given to qualified First Nations people in accordance with KSPFN’ General Principles of the Human Resource Management Policy, section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, sub-section 24(1)(a) of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and section 7 of the Employment Equity Act. Candidates who qualify for preferential consideration can self-identify themselves in their cover letter.
▪ The successful applicant must provide a current CPIC and vulnerable sector background check;
▪ The successful applicant must provide a copy of their Diploma and other related certificates;
▪ The successful applicant must consent to a full background check upon hiring.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND A DETAILED RESUME BY CLOSING DATE – MAY 19, 2025 BY 4:00PM

TO: Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation

ATTN: HR – Housing Assistant

Email Address: [email protected]

Mail in Address: 6247 Indian Lane, Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, ON N0N 1J1