Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title: Housing Director

Department: Housing Department

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week working onsite 8:30am – 4:30pm

Location: 320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON

Posting Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Summary:

The Housing Director plans and directs the operations and strategic management of the Nation’s housing programs and services. The portfolio includes all supports for member homes and band-owned rental units while also providing administrative leadership to address Chippewa of the Thames First Nation members’ housing needs. This role receives general administrative direction from the Administration Officer and is responsible for leading members of the Housing Department.

Responsibilities:

• Management responsibilities for all Housing programs and services, including the planning, direction, and management of the projects and operations of the Housing Department, including inspections, loans, funding, and leases.
• Direct the development and implementation of Housing Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area.
• To lead the strategic development of the Nation’s Housing Plan that will include the coordination of new housing builds, long-term strategic development, and consideration of a housing strategy to include crisis and emergency housing needs
• In alignment with policy, establish appropriate services and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly
• Plan, direct & assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility, review and evaluate work methods and procedures, and identify staff efficiencies
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate Housing Department personnel, providing or coordinating training and working with employees to correct deficiencies by implementing discipline and termination procedures as needed.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the Housing Department budget with consideration to staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies
• Explain, justify, and defend housing department programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues
• Represent the department across the organization and with elected officials, outside agencies, the community, and leadership, coordinating and facilitating housing activities with internal partners and external organizations to align with public service needs.