Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency

• Receive materials and supplies for inventory by checking quantities of materials and supplies received against packing slips and inspecting goods to ensure they are damage free.
• Electronically receive goods in the system.
• Issue materials from inventory for staff and contractors by filling orders for stock and for work orders for stock issued and obtain signatures.
• Ensure the safekeeping and security of duplicate keys and locks by issuing locks and keys to persons who only have proper authorization and update electronic database with lock change information.
• Perform spot checks on items and identifying items that require replenishment.

• Grade 12 or high school equivalent, plus two years' experience in similar or related role that would allow for basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical and hardware parts and a good knowledge of inventory procedures.
• Familiar with desktop applications such as Microsoft Office, electronic inventory systems, Yardi Property Management software and Keystone Key Control software.

Assets

• Current Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications.

Competencies required at this level of work are Attention to detail, Client Service, Communication, Teamwork and Adaptability to Change.

If you are a team player, who is passionate about improving the lives of Nova Scotians, you are the candidate we are looking for to join our team. We will assess qualifications using one of more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) is the provincial government agency responsible for the administration and delivery of affordable housing solutions for low-income Nova Scotians.

We contribute to the prosperity of Nova Scotia by helping individuals and families find a home that's right for them, at a price they can afford, in a healthy and vibrant community that offers the services, support and opportunities they need. We accomplish this by working closely with other levels of government as well as private and community partners.

Across its districts, NSPHA provides more than 11,200 safe, affordable homes as part of its Housing Services to seniors and families. District offices manage the day-to-day operations of Nova Scotia's housing stock. Their responsibilities include administering tenant applications and placements, collecting rent, resolving tenant issues, and maintaining and repairing properties.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, eligibility and union agreement, the NSPHA offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.

Classification: TE 12
Salary Range: $21.03 to $23.96 Hourly
Work Week: 35 hours

Note: This is not a Civil Service position.

We are committed to employing staff who are representative of the diverse community we serve. If you are a member of one or more of the following designated groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.

To Apply

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.

Our preferred method of applying is through Career Beacon.

Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.