Facilities Planning Specialist – Vancity

Title of the Job: Facilities Planning Specialist

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job Description: Description :About VancityVancity is a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. A relentless commitment to their values has helped them challenge the status quo and break down barriers since day one in 1946. They have bold commitments to make Vancity net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans and are pursuing strategies on Indigenous banking and to improve the financial resilience of their members.Vancity is the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada. If you’re interested in joining their team of 2,700 diverse individuals and accessing competitive rewards and benefits, all while knowing you are part of a greater movement, then apply today!About the workplaceThis is a permanent, full-time role that will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity head office location and your Lower Mainland based home office. Periodically, you’ll be required to attend in-person activities or events.The Facilities Planning Specialist plays a support role in planning implementation of space design standards by engaging stakeholders, drafting project documentation, and communicating requirements. They also receive and administer operational facilities requests and coordinate the necessary activities to meet internal stakeholder needs.If you’re a strong administrator looking to gain experience within Facilities and Environmental Management, this would be a great opportunity for you.In this role: you will report to the Manager, Planning and Design.A typical day would involve:

• Provide operational support and maintain stakeholder relationships across the organization (e.g., Facility Planning shared inbox, office space, branch furniture, minor branch capital, workplace accommodations) enabling an efficient and seamless service experience for internal customers.
• Support project initiation and planning of capital projects by coordinating the completion of key activities, processing invoice payments, and taking meeting minutes.
• Support implementation of organizational design standards by documenting and communicating design guidelines and specifications.
• Manage updates on Office Space tool, including technical issue follow up and reporting
• Provide support for Corporate Space Plan
• Provide admin support, process invoices, take meeting minutes, and provide calendar support for the Director.

You have:

• A problem solver – You have an analytical mind and can multi-task to come up with solutions.
• Tech-savvy – People often say you’re a quick learner and great with technology & systems.
• A great communicator – You find it easy to get to know others and have great conversations.
• Ready for a challenge – You have a positive attitude and are able to work in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Resourceful– You understand and utilize the network of resources available to you and can independently formulate appropriate solutions for your members.
• A strong relationship builder– You find it easy to get to know others and build trust.

You are:

• 3 years of clerical or administrative experience
• Experience at a financial institution considered an asset.
• Experience working on design standards and best practices considered an asset.
• Experience with project management practices considered an asset.
• Customer service skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office programs
• Strong technical skills

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don’t perfectly align with those listed.The salary range for the role is $56,500 to $84,700 and a candidate’s offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role ($70,600). The upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill.Posting Deadline: Posted until FilledWe offer:

• We are the largest private-sector

in Canada and have been consistently recognized as one of the . * Our permanent employees qualify for attractive benefit packages that can be customized and changed each year to meet their evolving needs.

• New employees receive between three to four weeks of vacation allowance per calendar year, and the number of vacation days grows — to a maximum of six weeks per year — as their length of service increases. In addition, full-time, permanent staff may be able to purchase extra days of vacation through our flexible benefits package.
• In addition to the 10 statutory holidays in British Columbia, Vancity provides an additional three statutory holidays. We offer care days for periods of short-term personal illness or emergency family illness, plus opportunities to take unpaid leave for a variety of reasons.
• Our health care & dental benefits offer three levels of health care and dental coverage for you to select from. These benefits will also be effective immediately based on your hire date.
• We understand that retirement means different things to different people and at Vancity we will offer you a Defined pension plan that pays you a retirement income for life.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes employment verification, credit check, and a criminal record check. Vancity is an inclusive and equitable employer and actively seeks to advance racial equity, inclusion and belonging across the organization. Vancity offers required accommodations in all stages of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please advise us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Company Name: Vancity

Salary: $56500 – 84700 per year

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