Job Description And Duties
Coast Mountain College (CMTN),
Terrace campus, invites applications for a full-time term Housing Coordinator. The appointment will commence
October 1, 2026 and end November 30, 2027 (subject to a leave). Evening and weekend work may be required as necessary. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Support Staff salary scale, Level 10: $2,452.80 bi-weekly plus a comprehensive benefits plan.
At Coast Mountain College (CMTN), we are dedicated to nurturing a vibrant and welcoming community where inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and interculturalism are fundamental values and form the cornerstone for our guiding principles.
We acknowledge the historic and ongoing barriers that impact students, employees, and community members, and we are determined to identify and address these obstacles through meaningful dialogue, informed policy, and sustained action. Our institution is committed to creating an environment across all CMTN campuses where students and employees feel safe, valued, and supported.
Duties: The Housing Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of Student Housing and fostering a safe, inclusive, and welcoming living environment that promotes student success and wellbeing. Reporting to the Manager, Student Housing and Campus Community, this position coordinates housing applications, room assignments, occupancy processes, student communications, residence operations, housing records, and community-building initiatives.
An Illustrative Sample Of Key Responsibilities Include
- Coordinate day-to-day student housing operations, including applications, room assignments, occupancy, and housing administration.
- Serve as a primary contact for students, providing support, information, and referrals to appropriate resources.
- Maintain accurate housing records, systems, and documentation while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Support a safe, inclusive, and welcoming residence community through student engagement, orientations, and community-building initiatives.
- Monitor residence facilities and coordinate inspections, maintenance, access control, and inventory management.
- Address routine student concerns, conduct matters, and incidents using conflict resolution and trauma-informed practices, escalating complex issues as required.
- Collaborate with Housing Advisors, Security, Facilities, and campus partners to promote student wellbeing and a positive residential experience.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Social Work, Education, Business, Hospitality, or a related discipline.
- Three years of directly related experience in Student Services, Housing, Hospitality, or a related environment.
- Experience working with students or individuals from diverse cultural, social, and lived-experience backgrounds.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent conflict resolution, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with confidential or sensitive information.
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Office 365, Colleague, CRM, and related systems.
- Experience working in a multicultural environment.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification.
- Mental Health First Aid, ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training), trauma-informed practice, and overdose prevention and response/naloxone training, or equivalent, are required or must be completed within three months of commencing the position.
- Legally able to work in Canada.
- Valid BC Driver’s License.
Application information
To apply please send a cover letter, quoting
competition #26.102B, and an up-to-date resume to
:
Coast Mountain College - Human Resources, Email: [email protected]
NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing date
September 21, 2026
Competition number
26.102B
Job status
Open
Posting type
Support
Audience
Internal BCGEU Support Staff
Department
Campuses
