About this role

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services

Housing Services Representative

Any office, ON

General

Full-time

Nov 02, 2026

Yearly: $45500 - $53360

Position: Housing Services Representative

Closing: Posting will close November 16th, 2026

Term: Full-Time Contract (35 hours per week) -up to 12 months

Salary Range: $45,400 - $53,360

Our Vision is “to lead the design, developmenet and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the indigenous community and organizationnlal infratructures.”

We are currently seeking a Housing Services Representative for one of our offices located in any of the following locations: Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Hamilton, Dryden, Peterborough, North Bay, Dryden or Timmins.

As the Housing Services Representative, you will be an integral member of the Property Management team, responsible for providing high-quality tenant services and a range of administrative and program support to achieve team and organization goals. The successful candidate will be a goal oriented, organized, enthusiastic individual who understands and appreciates how safe, affordable housing contributes to the quality of life.

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Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services also welcomes and supports diversity including those who identify as 2SLGBTQQNBIA+.

In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter.

Please note that you are encouraged to apply early as interviews will be scheduled as applications are received.

We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation

In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. This comprehensive compensation package includes:
Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
Comprehensive medical & dental benefits;
$2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, and Indigenous Veterans Day
Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
A competitive salary in pay band B5 with a range of $45,400 to $53,360

Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

Support OAHS’s mission and vision and make significant contributions to the achievement of the corporate strategic plan;
Assisting with the delivery of various programs according to specified policies, procedures and program guidelines;
Maintaining electronic and manual filing systems and program database systems for program delivery in accordance with specified procedures;
Maintaining the regional Central Applicant Registry (CAR) and communicating housing opportunities to the community through various channels as required;
Prescreening and filling vacant units with potential tenants from our current waitlist;
Providing administrative support as required;
Preparing correspondence including reports, spreadsheets, emails, and letters as required;
Complete move ins for new tenants and complete rent calculations for current tenants;
Working closely with Property Managers, CSBC’s, rental collections, Tenant Support, and other staff and;
Other duties and training as required.

To qualify for this role, the successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

Knowledge of and an appreciation for Indigenous culture and demonstrated values that focus on assisting people;
College Diploma/Certification in Business Administration or Social Studies or combination of education and related experience;
Knowledge in Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Databases, Accounting Systems, Project Tracking Software and/or specific experience with Business Management Systems would be considered an asset;
Have a strong background and understanding of the Social Housing Act and Housing Services Act, 2011;
Demonstrated ability to work independently within a highly motivated, professional and results-oriented team;
Accurate in meeting deadlines while ensuring quality work especially when under pressure;
Strong skills in time management, multi-tasking and prioritization;
Effective communication skills with individuals coming from all walks of life;
Strong team player, with strong interpersonal communicational skills;
Cooperatively and effectively work with all team members to ensure that business objectives are met, and;
Experience working in Social Housing environment would be an asset.

Conditions of employment:

Ability to work varying hours/days if required;
Valid CPIC (Criminal Records Check) required;
Current, valid Ontario Driver’s License and safe driving record;
References

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