Senior Mortgage Administrator

BC Housing


Date: 9 hours ago
City: Burnaby, BC
Contract type: Full time
Position Summary

SENIOR MORTGAGE ADMINISTRATOR

Job ID: 6419

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

  • Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
  • Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

  • In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
  • Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
  • Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
  • Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
  • An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
  • Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

SENIOR MORTGAGE ADMINISTRATOR

($72,479.17 - $83,518.06 Annually)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor Mortgage Administration, the Senior Mortgage Administrator is responsible for the mortgage portfolio for Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC) Group Homes and non-profit projects, sharing supervision duties with the Supervisor over a pool of Mortgage Administrators and ensuring the smooth operation of the Mortgage Administration Department. He/she/they oversees mortgages for take-out and renewal with lending institutions; coordinates mortgage assumptions and early prepayments of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) mortgages; monitors mortgage document preparation for new home owners under the BC HOME Partnership programs and HousingHub Affordable Home Ownership Program; supervises the preparation of mortgage packages for BC Housing’s financing for social housing developments; and administers the trust accounts. The incumbent provides guidance to the Mortgage Administrators with respect to the day to day administration of the mortgages, and leads the implementation and supervision of staff rotational cross-training. The position is also responsible for reviewing assignment and modification documents; responding to any inquiries from the new lender’s solicitor; recommending policies and procedures; communicating and exchanging information with internal departments and external stakeholders; and providing administrative and financial assistance for the department as required.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Diploma in financial, legal, business administration or other relevant field.
  • Considerable progressive experience in the field of mortgage administration.
  • Sound supervisory experience in a unionized environment including coaching, motivating and developing staff.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Considerable knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of mortgage administration and sound business practices
  • Considerable knowledge and understanding of mortgage financing, legal terminology and security documents
  • Ability to learn and understand the Commission’s programs as they relate to mortgage administration
  • Ability to exercise attention to detail and proficiency with figures
  • Ability to exercise good judgement and initiative, be results focused and make effective decisions
  • Ability to plan, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities in order to manage a heavy workload without compromising quality of work
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to lead, train, coach and motivate staff in a team setting
  • Strong investigative and problem solving skills
  • Strong project administration/tracking skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and BC OnLine

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact [email protected] to arrange a call.

How to Apply:

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

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