Licensing Officer

at  BC Housing

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager Licensing, the Licensing Officer is responsible for processing new builder licence, builder licence renewal and owner builder applications in accordance with the Homeowner Protection Act. He/she/they reviews applications for completeness and accuracy, gathers information through person and/or telephone interviews, and performs land title and corporate searches through BC Online. The incumbent uses judgment to ensure applications meet the requirements of the Homeowner Protection Act, and provides a file summary and recommendation for the review of the Registrar or the Registrar’s delegate. The position responds to enquiries from government officials, warranty companies, current and potential builders, realtors, lawyers/notary publics and the general public regarding the legislation and policies respecting the issuance of builder licences and owner builder authorizations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• College diploma in a relevant discipline such as business administration.
• Sound experience in the review and processing of applications within a regulatory/compliance environment, requiring knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation and policy.
• or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Some knowledge and understanding of the philosophies, principles and practices governing the processing ofapplications in accordance with provisions of applicable legislation and policies
• Some knowledge of the Homeowners Protection Act and regulations, and of BC Housing’s programs and policies withrespect to increasing consumer protection for homebuyers
• Excellent computer skills and good knowledge of a number of software programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work well in communicating with the public, and ability toexercise discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with inquiries
• Excellent writing skills with regards to professional business correspondence
• Good research and analytical skills
• Good organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to exercise high degree of accuracy, consistency and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively as part of a team
• Ability to use good judgment with fair and consistent application of policy
  Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org to arrange a call.

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