Bilingual Property Manager

Government of Manitoba; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Manitoba invites applications for the AO2 Administrative Officer 2 in Portage la Prairie, MB. The role focuses on property management of Manitoba Housing properties, including leasing, vacancy management, tenant relations, and coordination with maintenance teams.

The incumbent reports to the District Manager and works under the Residential Tenancies Act guidance. The position requires bilingual capabilities in French and English and the ability to travel within Manitoba.

Qualifications

• Experience in a property management environment or related field.
• Ability to effectively and proactively maintain buildings involving preventative maintenance, coordination of contractors for maintenance work and supervising repairs.
• Ability to interpret and communicate acts, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills demonstrated by effectively resolving tenant concerns and working as a team member.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong French verbal communication skills.
• Strong English verbal communication skills.
• Strong French written communication skills.
• Strong English written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the District Manager, ensures the efficient and effective management of assigned Manitoba Housing properties and is responsible for all property management functions within their buildings, including maintenance of buildings and grounds, leasing, vacancy management, tenant relations and communication with tenants.

Skills

Property management

Preventative maintenance

Customer service

Multitasking

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

French verbal

English verbal

French written

English written

Job description

AO2 Administrative Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Housing, Addictions and Homelessness

Property Services, Manitoba Housing

Portage la Prairie MB

Advertisement Number: 45354

Salary(s): AO2 $64,153.00 - $78,773.00 per year

Closing Date: August 31, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Housing, Addictions and Homelessness is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill a Bilingual Property Manager position.

Duties

Under the direction of the District Manager, the incumbent ensures the efficient and effective management of assigned Manitoba Housing properties and is responsible and accountable for all property management functions and activities within their assigned building(s) including: maintenance of buildings and grounds; leasing; vacancy management; tenant relations; and the effective communication between tenants and all other areas of Manitoba Housing. All assigned duties will be carried out in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established by Manitoba Housing, The Residential Tenancies Act and the Residential Tenancies Branch.

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience in a property management environment or related field, including knowledge of property management functions.
• Ability to effectively and proactively maintain buildings involving preventative maintenance, mechanical systems, coordination of contractors for maintenance work and supervising repairs.
• Ability to interpret and communicate acts, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills demonstrated by effectively resolving tenant concerns and working as a team member.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet competing deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong French verbal communication skills.
• Strong English verbal communication skills.
• Strong French written communication skills.
• Strong English written communication skills.

Desired

• Knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must have the ability to travel throughout Manitoba
• Must be able to work overtime, including rotating on-call evenings and weekends
• Must be able to meet physical demands of position including walking through large facilities, climbing flights of stairs, lifting up to 15 lbs, working in confined spaces at times and attending to Manitoba Housing properties
• Must be fluently bilingual (French and English)

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba's Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba's diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.