Board Of Director Opportunities – Sea2Sky Region

This newly formed Society is seeking Volunteer Board Members with experience working in the on-profit or housing development sectors and oversee delivery of programs and research and identify opportunities for Society-led development. The successful Board members should be a driven and passionate advocate for affordable housing with the knowledge and experience to deliver programs and services, develop new affordable housing, and work with external partners and funders. The vision of the Society is to provide housing solutions across the entire housing continuum that support both low-to-moderate income households and address housing needs within the District. The Society will work with the District, non-profit housing agencies and the community to sustain a diverse range and supply of affordable housing options in a fiscally responsible manner. Squamish is a rapidly growing community with changing housing needs. Recognizing that stable, secure, and accessible housing is foundational to healthy individuals, families, and communities, the Society works to increase affordable housing options and reduce homelessness in Squamish through:

Service & Delivery Coordination

Strategic Housing Implementation

Monitoring and Research

Education and Advocacy

Roles And Responsibilities

The Society’s Board of Directors will be responsible for the ongoing vision, operation, and stewardship of the Society. This includes enabling and overseeing staff, determining strategic priorities, monitoring society effectiveness, and ensuring the Society remains accountable to members, stakeholders, and funders.

Act In Accordance With The Society Bylaws, Including

The Board of Directors can rely on staff support for day-to-day operations, but should be prepared to engage with the organization in the following ways:

• Acting honestly and in good faith with a view to the best interests of the Society
• Exercising the care, diligence and skill that a reasonably prudent individual would exercise in comparable circumstances
• Acting in accordance with the BC Societies Act and the regulations thereunder
• Acting in accordance with these Society Bylaws
• Fully understand and support the Society’s mission and purpose, and to review it periodically for accuracy and validity.
• Sets out the Society’s goals, means, and primary population groups served
• Hire and support the Executive Director, and review hiring of additional staff
• Actively participate with the staff in the strategic planning process and assist in implementing strategic goals, and help staff to develop business plans, objectives, and priorities
• Ensure the appropriate and efficient use of Society resources by assisting with the development of the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place
• Should be prepared, when asked, to publicly represent the Squamish Community Housing Society and be able to clearly articulate the Society’s mission, accomplishments, and goals to the public
• With support from staff, be responsible for ensuring compliance with the BC Societies Act.
• The Board must establish pertinent policies and procedures and adhere to provisions of the Society’s bylaws and articles of incorporation
• Should be prepared to recruit and orient new board members and assess board performance.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Post-Secondary degree preferred but not a requirement
• Significant experience in relationship building and community development. Knowledge & Career Experience Preferences Professional career experience within real estate development, real estate sales, residential builders/contractors, housing operators/property management, support services, housing, financial/mortgage, or legal sector Skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to think conceptually, analyze and solve complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and to make effective decisions and recommendations.
• Effective negotiation, conflict resolution, problem solving and consensus building skills.
• Effective leadership, supervisory, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to instill and demonstrate teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to motivate self and others and encourage innovation.
• Ability to delegate effectively. Personal Attributes
• Adaptable, flexible, and tolerant of a changing work environment and conditions.
• Energetic and passionate about affordable housing in the District of Squamish.
• Committed to the incorporating Truth and Reconciliation into personal practice.
• Ensures all services are delivered through a lens of equality, justice, and kindness.
• Innovative and entrepreneurial.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Respect for a diversity of views and opinions
• Collaborative
• Critical and strategic, assessing options and actions in the best interest of the Society. Additional Competencies Not Required but Considered an Asset
• Experience working with Indigenous communities.
• Knowledge of property management and residential tenancies.
• Previous Board experience an asset Starting Salary Range
• This is a Volunteer Board Application Requirements and Process
• Candidates should submit a copy of their professional resume along with a cover letter that describes how their work and life experience makes them a suitable candidate for Board consideration.
• References that can verify potential Board abilities and experience will be required should they be considered as one of the considerations of this competition. How to Apply: Please email your resume, cover letter, and total remuneration expectations to: Discover what we have to offer… Allan Welyk President & Director ELEVATE Search Group 6th Floor – 777 Hornby Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 1S4 Email: [email protected] Web: www.elevatesearchgroup.com Follow Elevate: www.twitter.com/ElevateSearch People. Solutions. Culture. Results. Elevate Search Group collaborates and partners with companies to identify, recruit, and retain top-tiered professionals within all levels of leadership and non-leadership careers within business development, sales, marketing, operations, human resource, and supply chain management. Our client profiles range from local, regional, national, and global organizations. We thank all applicants who are interested, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This organization is an equal opportunity employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination.