Manager, Housing Programs

The District Municipality of Muskoka; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life flexibility

Perks and discounts

Wellness programs

Fostering and fun environment

Professional development and education

Job summary

The District Municipality of Muskoka is recruiting for a Manager, Housing Programs to oversee delivery of social and affordable housing initiatives as the Service Manager for housing in the District. The role emphasizes compliance, program targets, and collaboration with public and private partners.

Responsibilities include managing access to rent-geared-to-income housing, developing policies, and reporting on funds utilization and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a 3-year post-secondary program in a related area such as social sciences, business admin, health services or community planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four to Five years of progressive experience in the public sector in progressively responsible positions, including supervisory experience.
• Sound knowledge of Social Housing programs and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of housing programs to ensure compliance with legislation, policies, guidelines, standards, and legal agreements.
• Provide Municipal Service Manager oversight of the community housing system within the District.
• Manage the access system for rent-geared-to-income, rental subsidies, and other housing-related support.
• Lead the development of program targets and goals, policies, and procedures to improve program delivery.
• Develop relationships with Community Services department and public/private entities to promote affordable housing options.
• Research and remain informed on housing matters, funding opportunities, legislation, and policies.
• Ensure outputs and deliverables are met and reported on time.
• Lead the preparation of related reports on funds utilization and program outcomes.
• Communicate with diverse audiences on program delivery and policy matters.
• Manage employees in line with District values, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Change management

Education

3-year post-secondary program in related area

Job description

The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a

Manager, Housing ProgramsPosting Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026Closing Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 @ 12:00 NOONStarting Rate: $103,635 annuallySalary Range: $103,635 - $121,238 annuallyHours of Work: 37.5 hours per weekClassification: Management, Class M3Status: Temporary full-time (up to 24 months)This job posting is for an existing vacancy, and it is also being posted internally.The District:Muskoka is a great place to live and play, and the District is a four-season municipality passionate aboutprotecting, servicing and caring for this community. We have opportunities that will allow you to learn, grow andbuild your career amongst other ambitious leaders and innovators. We offer a competitive compensationpackage and are committed to promoting diversity, accessibility and inclusion. It’s what we do!The Opportunity:The Manager, Housing Programs manages and co-ordinates the delivery of a diverse range of social andaffordable housing programs to ensure effective program delivery, maximize resources, and confirmcompliance with relevant legislation and program requirements as the Service Manager for housing in theDistrict.

What you will do:

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of housing programs to ensure compliance with legislation, policies, guidelines, standards, and legal agreements.
• Provide Municipal Service Manager oversight of the community housing system within the District including ensuring housing provider compliance with legislative, financial, governance, operations management, andreporting requirements.
• Manage the access system for rent-geared-to-income, rental subsidies, and other housing related support.
• Lead the development of program targets and goals, policies, and procedures to improve program delivery.
• Develop relationships and partner with members of the Community Services department and public and private entities to develop a comprehensive approach to affordable housing solutions and promote affordablehousing options.
• Research and remain well-informed on emerging community/affordable housing matters, as well as fundingopportunities, legislation, and policies.
• Ensure service outputs and program deliverables are met on time and accurately reported on.
• Lead the preparation of federal, provincial, and municipal related reports on funds utilization and program outcomes for related activities.
• Communicate in multiple formats to a variety of audiences on program delivery and policy matters and respond effectively to inquiries in a variety of settings.
• Manage employees in a manner consistent with District values, policies, and procedures, including selection, work scheduling, training, and performance evaluation.
• Related duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Graduation from a 3-year post-secondary program in a related area such as social sciences, business admin, health services or community planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four to Five years of progressive experience in the public sector in progressively responsible positions in areas such as social services administration, community development, project management, humanservices, or other related areas, including directly related supervisory experience.
• Sound knowledge of Social Housing programs, relevant legislation such as Housing Services Act, Residential Tenancies Act, contractual obligations, building codes and municipal by-laws that govern themanagement and administration of residential housing and applicable policies.
• Experience working in multi-stakeholder environments, leading, and implementing change anddemonstrated competencies in systems planning, capacity building, and development and assessment ofmeasurable outcomes.
• Current and detailed understanding of the policy environment, government operations, and housing marketconditions, particularly as they may impact on the provision of community housing.
• Effective leadership, facilitation/presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed analytical and business planning skills.

What we are offering:

The District is proud to offer the following benefits with this job:

• Work-life flexibility
• Perks and discounts
• Wellness programs
• Fostering and fun environment
• Professional development and education opportunities
• Pay range progression based on length of time in the job and satisfactory performance

The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.

Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the Human Resources Department.