Job description
Beaver Hall Artists’ Co-operative is a 24-unit, live-work building designed to meet the needs of working visual artists.We currently have an opening for a permanent, part-time co-op housing administrator.
Job Type: Onsite, Part-time (21 hours/week)
Work days: Three days
Compensation: $40/hour
Location: Downtown Toronto
Start date: mid-December
Deadline to apply: 31 October 2026
Responsibilities
Reporting to the board of directors, the co-op housing administrator is responsible for the management of the building, liaising with our commercial tenant, and providing support to the board and co-op members.
Duties include
Managing the co-op’s finances including budgeting, audit process, forecasting, arrears management, and daily operations
Ensuring that the co-op meets its legal obligations
Maintaining full occupancy of the co-op, in compliance with by-laws and the Landlord and Tenant Board
Supporting good governance in the co-op by the board and membership
Hiring and supervising maintenance workers and contractors
Keeping the co-op in positive repair
Ensuring that all rent-geared-to-income (RGI) applications are processed in accordance with by-law and government regulations
Ensuring that the co-op has access to resources necessary to achieve its mandate
Attending board meetings, preparing board/AGM/GMM packages, and taking minutes
Responding to all inquiries by both members and non-members
Maintaining respectful and good relationships with members
Requirements
Minimum 5 years co-operative housing or non-profit property administrative experience
Financially literate with strong property management skills
Must have knowledge of the Social Housing Reform Act, federally funded co-operatives, and the laws and legislations that apply to housing co-ops
Proven knowledge of co-op housing governance and building maintenance
Experience liaising with co-operative housing agencies is strongly desired
Proficient with NewViews, Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Yardi is an asset
Must be able to work independently and multitask
Effective English oral and written communication skills with strong computer skills
Able to work effectively within a diverse community
Excellent problem solver, with the ability to use discretion when making decisions
Experience working with committees and a board of directors
Experience hiring and managing maintenance workers and contractors
Mandatory background and criminal record check
This position is for an independent contractor who understands that affordable and secure housing is often a significant barrier for most artists. Some evening and weekend work will be required.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.