151-26-5 Housing Solutions Officer
Housing, Built Environment
Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, August 26, 2026, for the Housing Solutions Officer with Housing, Built Environment. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting, and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com (http://www.greatsn.com) website. Online applications are accepted through My Job Search (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o=postedDateDesc). NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.
Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.
JOB SUMMARY:
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
To assist the Six Nations Elected Council and the Senior Manager of Housing in the performance of their statutory and administrative duties as related to Six Nations Housing within the policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Housing Department.
To administer all loan and grant programs according to Six Nations Housing, Six Nations Elected Council and/or Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) program requirements; new construction, RAP, Repair Renos, Lender Loan and Sanitation - Septic grants and loans.
*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- University Degree or College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance or Economics and a minimum of 4 years related experience working with budgets, financing, underwriting, mortgages or accounting.
- Must have excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- 2 years of experience using SAP/ERP systems.
- Experience with an integrated accounting application programs such as ACCPAC.
- Must have a high level of computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- Must have a Police Record Check.
- Knowledge of relevant financial, legislative and regulatory environments.
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):
Method #1: Online
- Please visit: My Job Search (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o=postedDateDesc) to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
- Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which includes:
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Kalvin Egan, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5721 or via email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).
Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:
- Printed, filled in, and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:
Housing Solutions Officer 151-26-5
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0
POSITION TITLE: Housing Solutions Officer
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of Senior Manager of Housing.
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
To assist the Six Nations Elected Council and the Senior Manager of Housing in the performance of their statutory and administrative duties as related to Six Nations Housing within the policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Housing Department.
To administer all loan and grant programs according to Six Nations Housing, Six Nations Elected Council and/or Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) program requirements; new construction, RAP, Repair Renos, Lender Loan and Sanitation - Septic grants and loans.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technical Functions
- Review client information to determine eligibility according to applicable program policy, summit final applications.
- Prepare Mortgage, Loan, Grant, Promissory Note documentation and appropriate land transfers. (Lands membership reviews MRP (Matrimonial REAL Property)
- Manage loan and grant disbursements for all client expenditures according to financing approvals.
- Issue purchase orders as per quotes from contractors, prepare budget, & collect inspection reports and payments for each unit being built.
- Prepare invoices to Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) for agency fees and progress advances. Showing final inspection with pictures after approval, final reporting for approval.
- Manage all annual loans & grants budgets.
- Land transfers and loan documentation.
- Reach out to other sources of funding for seniors and elders to save out a loan.
- Use TEA10 loan management program to log the initial loan application to submitting final receipts. Loan payment scheduler and rate calculator.
Administrative Functions
- Notify applicants of requirements and documentation required for loan and/or grant approval.
- Issue purchase orders for all loans and grants.
- Receive and code incoming invoices.
- Loan information must be entered into Loan Management software
- Notify applicants of requirements and documentation required for loan and/or grant approval.
- Review and forward invoices to accounts payable for processing.
- Prepare requests from outside lenders for progress advances.
- Prepare documents to register mortgage with Six Nations Lands & Membership department and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Communications Functions
- Prepare documentation for Six Nations Elected Council and/or Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) approval where applicable.
- Communicate effectively to the public about housing policies and procedures.
- Will be required to have tough conversations with applicants; will provide reasons for application rejections and suggest alternative options.
- Act as liaison with the Environmental Health Officer for sanitation facilities requested by the clients.
- Communicate and be available to receive and provide information to other staff members of Housing.
- Prepare documents for Estate files. Work with the inheritors so that they can pay the loan agreement.
Other Functions
- Perform other related duties assigned by the Senior Manager of Housing.
- To prepare and submit annually “Expressions of Interest” for additional funding through CMHC, RRAP, ERP and HASI.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work requires extensive interaction with the public, subject to interruptions, peak periods and deadlines, moderate stress, irate clients and some travel.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
With the Senior Manager of Housing:
Receives direction, guidance and encouragement; discusses plans and priorities.
With Housing staff:
Provides guidance and encouragement; provides technical information, advice, and analysis; co-operative working relationship to maintain up to date information being provided on the various operations within housing.
With External Agencies:
Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to the delivery of outside programs on Six Nations; maintains awareness of legislation, policy and program changes; seeks to develop sound professional working relationships with government agencies and financial institutions.
With the public:
Requires extensive interaction with the public. Represents and promotes Six Nations Housing in a courteous, positive, and cooperative manner. Provides information, direction and assistance, and must maintain a friendly, cheerful, courteous and cooperative disposition while maintaining tact, discretion, diplomacy and confidentiality.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Minimum Requirements:
- University Degree or College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance or Economics and a minimum of 4 years related experience working with budgets, financing, underwriting, mortgages or accounting.
- Must have excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- 2 years of experience using SAP/ERP systems.
- Experience with an integrated accounting application programs such as ACCPAC.
- Must have a high level of computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- Must have a Police Record Check.
- Knowledge of relevant financial, legislative and regulatory environments.
Other Related Skills:
- Knowledge of government housing programs, policies and services is a definite asset.
- Possess initiative with good judgment and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CHMC) housing programs and policies.
- Commissioner Stamp, being notary certified.
- Ability to work with tact, discretion, sensitivity and diplomacy.
- Work cooperatively under pressure, prioritize tasks while meeting deadlines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
IMPACT OF ERROR:
Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation resulting in negative impacts to the leadership team and SNGR. Errors in judgement could lead to embarrassment to SNGR, community and administration, loss of public confidence and unnecessary conflict leading to lack of trust and legal liability.
CONTROL:
Guiding principles set by the Six Nations Housing and the Six Nations Elected Council. Must work within the Policies and Procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for Housing.
