Indigenous Housing Landlord Liaison

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society in Edmonton, AB invites applications for a Landlord Relations Specialist to support Nikihk Indigenous Housing First by building constructive landlord partnerships and addressing tenancy matters promptly.

The role requires a 2-year diploma, experience in community services, knowledge of tenancy legislation, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license for local travel to support clients and landlords across the city.

Qualifications

• 2-year diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Landlord and Tenant Legislation required.
• Understanding of current housing market, vacancy rates, and rentals.
• Motivational interviewing skills preferred.
• Strong understanding of poverty-related issues, especially in urban Aboriginal populations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth landlord interactions.
• Address landlord inquiries and concerns; provide support and follow-up.
• Foster and maintain long-term relationships with landlords.
• Coordinate documentation and administrative tasks (LETO/records).
• Provide mediation and interpretation as needed with landlords and clients.
• Attend meetings and represent the agency in community settings.

Skills

Relationship building

Mediation

Communication with landlords

Team collaboration

Education

2-year diploma

Knowledge of landlord/tenant legislation

Understanding housing market trends

Motivational interviewing

Understanding poverty issues

Job description

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society in Edmonton, AB invites applications for a Landlord Relations Specialist to support Nikihk Indigenous Housing First by building constructive landlord partnerships and addressing tenancy matters promptly.

The role requires a 2-year diploma, experience in community services, knowledge of tenancy legislation, strong communication, and a valid driver’s license for local travel to support clients and landlords across the city.