Program Assistant Housing Operations - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Housing Services

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements including hybrid work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

Where operational needs align, and while ensuring business requirements and customer service expectations are achieved, employees may have an opportunity to work within a hybrid model, combining working from home and working in the office.

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing administrative support to the Manager Housing Operations, including group communications, time and attendance management, preparing various reports, and financial administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

2year postsecondary diploma in Office Administration, Business, or related field

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

3 years in public administration/senior administrator in a computerized office environment, preferably in Human Services
5 years in public administration/senior administrator in a computerized office environment, preferably in Human Services is preferred
Training and experience with Yardi or similar property management software (System administrator and minor coding)
Experience with Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing reporting requirements (i.e. Arrears, Occupancy, SMAIR, and KPI data)

SKILLS

Excellent phone skills
Excellent written and oral communications
Bilingual English and French is considered an asset
Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access
Proficient in databases (queries, forms, and reports) and spreadsheets in a Windows environment
Training and/or experience with Yardi including P2P, Voyager12, Interface, Yardi Control Central, and Yardi/PeopleSoft interactions)
Strong customer service and troubleshooting skills

SPECIAL CONDITIONS