Security & Emergency Services Assistant - Burnaby, Canada - BC Housing

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SECURITY & EMERGENCY SERVICES ASSISTANT

Job ID: 4744

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location:
BURNABY, BC
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Join one of BC's Top Employers:


  • Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION


BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership.

_Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

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Our mission is making a difference in people's lives and communities through safe, affordable and quality housing.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference.

When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians.

And while they're here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:


  • Inhouse training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
  • Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunchandlearn lectures and seminars.
  • Recognition programs including longterm service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
  • Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program).
  • An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
  • Participation in community and charitable events.

Please note:
Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status

SECURITY & EMERGENCY SERVICES ASSISTANT:

($45, $51, Annually)

***Reporting to the Director, Security & Emergency Services, the Security & Emergency Services Assistant provides administrative support to ensure the effective delivery of various services and programs related to the safety, security, and emergency preparedness of staff, housing developments, and tenants across the province. He/she/they supports the Security & Emergency Services (SES) department with the organization of expenses and purchases, distribution and tracking of emergency equipment, maintenance of information records in safety related systems, and general operational support.


CANDIDATE PROFILE

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**:


  • Secondary school graduation plus completion of postsecondary courses in office or business administration or other relevant field.
  • Considerable experience related to office administration.
  • 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 knowledge of accounting processes to create a purchase order and pay, create, and track invoices
  • Some knowledge of the Commission's safety, security, and emergency preparedness programs and requirements for its housing developments
  • Some knowledge of incident command systems, building damage assessment, emergency management, business continuity planning, building security, video surveillance, and/or emergency lodging
  • Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical, research and problemsolving skills
  • Ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a fastpaced environment with a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team, contributing and cooperating in a team environment
  • Ability to work under pressure during stressful and emergency situations


As part of our commitment to maintaining safe and healthy spaces, BC Housing has introduced an interim mandatory vaccination program for all employees.

We require proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Individuals who cannot be vaccinated for reasons related to a protected ground under human rights law (such as medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs) may request an accommodation.

Upon receiving a request, we may request additional information t
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