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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About FNCIAS</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>First Nations Capital and Infrastructure Agency of Saskatchewan is a non-profit organization that exists exclusively to support Saskatchewan First Nation communities to plan, procure, own, and manage their infrastructure assets on their lands.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span>Our vision is “Empowered, connected, and thriving First Nations built on sustainable infrastructure and healthy homes for present and future generations” and with that vision in mind we recognize the considerable importance of our most important resource, our employees.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Description</span></p>\n<p><span>Title:</span></p>\n<p>Housing Specialist</p>\n<p><span>Reports To:</span></p>\n<p>Senior Manager, Engineering</p>\n<p><span>Location:</span></p>\n<p>Saskatoon, SK</p>\n<p><span>Position</span> <span>Type</span></p>\n<p>Permanent Full-time</p>\n<p><span><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Summary</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The Housing Specialist is a delivery-focused role responsible for supporting First Nations in conducting housing assessments and developing reliable housing inventory data in alignment with FNCIAS’s approved business plan and Business Case Rev 01.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The position supports the implementation of FNCIAS housing initiatives through direct engagement with member Nations, standardized data collection, and development of housing insights that support long-term planning, asset management, and investment readiness.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>This role requires a high level of structure, accountability, and adherence to FNCIAS operational expectations, including daily in-office presence, consistent reporting, and disciplined execution of assigned workstreams.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Description</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span>1. Housing Assessments (Core Function)</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Conduct and support housing condition assessments in First Nation Communities.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ensure the consistency, accuracy, and completeness of assessment data.</span></li>\n<li><span>Apply relevant housing standards, building codes, and FNCIAS methodologies.</span></li>\n<li><span>Work collaboratively with community representatives during assessments.</span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>2. Housing Inventory Development</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop and maintain standardized housing inventory datasets.</li>\n<li>Track housing conditions, occupancy, asset age and Lifecycle.</li>\n<li>Provide oversight and guidance to housing assessment vendors to ensure that inspections are carried out accurately and in compliance with relevant building codes and standards.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>3. 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Business Plan and Work Plan Implementation</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support implementation of FNCIAS housing initiatives under Government of Canada approved business plan and FNCIAS Business Case Rev 01</li>\n<li>Review and contribute to housing-related work plans and business cases.</li>\n<li>Assist in advancing program deliverables and reporting requirements.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>5. Documentation and Reporting</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, engagement activities, findings and reports.</li>\n<li>Enter and maintain detailed records in FNCIAS systems.</li>\n<li>Prepare reports for internal leadership and member Nations.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span>6. 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