Board of Directors

Langley Lions Housing Society; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking committed individuals for its Board of Directors. This role emphasizes governance responsibilities and a dedication to enhancing affordable housing for seniors and persons with disabilities. Ideal candidates should possess experience in finance, non-profit operations, or related fields. The position involves a volunteer commitment of approximately 5–10 hours per month, including participation in monthly in-person meetings. This is an opportunity to impact the community positively.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in affordable housing is an asset.
• Strong commitment to community service is essential.
• Experience working in developing governance processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Commit to a minimum two-year volunteer term.
• Attend monthly in-person Board meetings excluding summer months.
• Participate in strategic planning and Board committees as required.
• Support the Society's mission, values, bylaws, and policies.

Skills

Accounting, bookkeeping, financial oversight, or audit experience

Non-profit operations, executive leadership, or organizational governance

Information technology, systems governance, or data oversight

Government or private-sector grant research, funding applications, or funder relations

Non-profit or charitable board governance

Property management, asset management, or investment management

Legal experience related to non-profits, labour relations, real estate, or governance

Media relations, communications, advocacy, or community networking

Lived experience with poverty, or personal or family experience with low-income or supportive housing

Job description

Overview

About Langley Lions Housing Society (LLHS)

Langley Lions Housing Society (LLHS) is a non-profit charitable organization that has provided safe, long-term, and affordable housing for seniors and persons with disabilities with limited incomes in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia since 1971.

LLHS currently owns and operates eight residential buildings comprising 579 housing units. The Society is actively advancing a long-term master-planned redevelopment program for its existing properties in partnership with municipal, provincial, and federal governments, as well as social-purpose and non-profit partners. Upon completion of this master plan, LLHS expects to more than double its housing capacity, serving over 1,000 tenants across its portfolio.

LLHS offers a mix of independent living and assisted living units and works closely with non-profit service providers to support a diverse tenant population that includes seniors, families, and persons with disabilities across the Lower Mainland. Since its founding, the Society’s mission has remained focused on the long-term stewardship of affordable housing assets and the well-being of its residents.

The Society operates in a unionized environment and employs a multidisciplinary workforce that includes real estate-related functions (such as property and asset management), operational and facilities staff, and healthcare professionals, including nurses. Where applicable, LLHS collaborates with Fraser Health and accredited service providers to support assisted living and health-related services, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, clinical, and operational standards. LLHS works closely with BC Housing, local municipalities, and senior levels of government.

Board of Directors

LLHS is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that is currently in a period of governance transition and renewal. The Board works in close partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, who provides strong operational and organizational leadership, while the Board continues to build additional governance, strategic, and advisory capacity.

The Board includes several long-serving Directors, and LLHS is intentionally recruiting new members to support succession planning, governance renewal, and additional capacity as the organization undertakes long-term asset renewal and growth.

LLHS is seeking Directors who are comfortable joining a working Board—individuals willing to contribute time, judgment, and practical expertise while governance structures, committees, and long-term planning processes continue to mature.

Board meetings are held in person at the Society’s core campus at 5464 203 Street, Langley, typically Eight months per year (excluding July, August, September and December). Directors serve two-year terms, with a maximum of nine consecutive years.

In addition to governance responsibilities, Directors play an important role in building and sustaining relationships with community partners, service providers, elected officials, funders, and government agencies.

This is an opportunity for Directors motivated by building capacity and long-term impact, rather than joining a fully formed governance structure.

Director Qualities and Experience

Prior experience in affordable housing is not required but is considered an asset. LLHS seeks individuals who bring professional expertise, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to community service.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is particularly valued:

• Accounting, bookkeeping, financial oversight, or audit experience
• Non-profit operations, executive leadership, or organizational governance
• Information technology, systems governance, or data oversight
• Government or private-sector grant research, funding applications, or funder relations
• Non-profit or charitable board governance
• Property management, asset management, or investment management
• Legal experience related to non-profits, labour relations, real estate, or governance
• Media relations, communications, advocacy, or community networking
• Lived experience with poverty, or personal or family experience with low-income or supportive housing

In addition to professional experience, LLHS values Directors who demonstrate:

• Comfort working in environments where governance processes are still developing
• A collaborative and respectful approach with long-serving Directors and staff
• Willingness to contribute time and practical input as part of a working Board
• Patience, discretion, and a constructive mindset when supporting organizational change

LLHS particularly welcomes applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, in support of strengthening partnerships with Indigenous communities and organizations.

Time Commitment and Responsibilities

Directors are expected to:

• Commit to a minimum two-year volunteer term
• Contribute approximately 5–10 hours per month
• Attend monthly in-person Board meetings (excluding July, August, and December)
• Uphold the Society’s mission, values, bylaws, and policies
• Participate in strategic planning and Board committees, as required
• Support occasional special events (typically one to two per year)

Directors are responsible for governance, fiduciary oversight, and strategic direction. Day-to-day operations—including property management, staffing, and clinical or care-related services—are the responsibility of management and operating partners.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about affordable housing for seniors, persons with disabilities, and families, and are interested in contributing your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization at a pivotal moment of renewal and growth, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit:

• A brief introductory letter outlining your interest in joining the LLHS Board of Directors

Applications should be sent to [e-mail].