Housing Development Liaison - Prince George, Canada - City of Prince George

Description

Housing Development Liaison
REGULAR FULL-TIME
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Foster and accelerate the development of non-profit and market housing projects

About Our Community:
Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George – spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you Discover all these opportunities and more

About Our Organization:
The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About The Opportunity:
The Housing Development Liaison is a new, innovative, and specialized role aimed at fostering and accelerating the development of sufficient non-profit and market housing projects in Prince George to meet the assessed need. The position will be at the forefront of achieving the City's housing objectives under the Official Community Plan, Housing Needs Report, Housing Needs Action Plan, and new Provincial housing legislation. The position will require a combination of strong interpersonal and communication skills and a solid understanding of the housing development process. You will occasionally work outside of regular office hours and periodic out-of-town travel. This position is based on grant funding which will end in June 2026.

About Your Background:
You have a related bachelor's degree or two-year diploma from a publicly accredited, post-secondary institution recognized in the BC Transfer Guide. Along with a bachelor's degree, you have a minimum of one year of related experience in an economic development, housing development or planning role. With a diploma, you have a minimum of three years of related experience. The position will require a combination of strong interpersonal and communication skills and a solid understanding of the housing development process. A valid class 5 driver's license is required.

Why You Will Love Working for our Economic Development team at the City of Prince George:

Build strong relationships with non-profit housing providers and market housing developers

Discuss current needs and identify options, priorities, and potential partnerships for new housing development.

Enjoy a competitive wage of $ $39.76 per hour (wage under review) plus a comprehensive benefits and pension plan.
Please refer to the job description for more details about this exciting career

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by March 21, 2024 to:

For more information about living and working in Prince George, please visit:

Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.