Housing Facilities Manager – Full Time – Human Services – Kincardine

Job title:

Housing Facilities Manager – Full Time – Human Services – Kincardine

Company

The County of Bruce

Job description

Who We AreWelcome to Bruce County, where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future-all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us-your journey starts here.What You’ll DoReporting to the Director, Human Services, the Housing Facilities Manager is responsible for overall operational management of the physical assets of the division, as well as all housing facilities-related services and programs. The Manager leads the facilities employees and ensures compliance with all housing and safety related legislation and regulations. The role involves close collaboration with corporate departmental teams to coordinate resources, unify standards and best practices, leverage software and technology, and ensure alignment with the well-being of tenants.What We’re Looking ForExperience & Education

• Three-year post-secondary diploma in Building Technology, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, Facilities Management or a related field
• Facilities Manager accreditation
• Five years of experience in a related industry, preferably in community housing, two of which were in management role

Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of a variety of regulations, policies and directives pertaining to safe working conditions and contract administration (ie. Ontario Building Code, Fire Code, Electrical Safety Code, and Occupational Health and Safety Act).
• Experience with budget preparation and management
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on mentoring and motivation of employees
• Solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check
• Audiometric Testing completed within 90 days of starting position
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, computerized building management systems, electrical systems distribution, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, emergency generator operations etc.
• Computer skills including Excel/Word/Outlook. Proficiency in Yardi software or similar property management systems

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $106,688-$125,525 per hour
• Hours per week: 35 hours
• 100% Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid health and wellness Leave
• Parental leave top up program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Apply by: May 9, 2025Join Us!Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.CompanyCounty of BruceLocationHuman ServicesOpening DateApr 25, 2025Closing DateMay 09, 2025

Expected salary

$106688 – 125525 per year

Location

Kincardine, ON

Job date

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:04:31 GMT

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