British Columbia Conference Property Development Council of The United Church of Canada
PROPERTY & FACILITIES COORDINATOR (PART-TIME)
Position Type: Part-Time (0.5 FTE / 20 hours per week)
Location: Lower Mainland, British Columbia (Hybrid)
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Director of Finance and Property, the Property & Facilities Coordinator supports the care and management of several church and community buildings across the Lower Mainland. These facilities host congregations, daycares, and community organizations serving thousands of people each year. The role involves coordinating property operations, tenant relationships, maintenance activities, and compliance requirements to ensure buildings remain safe, welcoming, and well maintained. This position offers flexible part-time work and may be particularly attractive to experienced property or facilities professionals seeking meaningful part-time work.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The United Church of Canada (UCC) is a Christian community of faith and hope committed to celebrating God’s presence and serving others while promoting peace, justice, care for creation, and the healing of the world. The Pacific Mountain Regional Council (PMRC) serves British Columbia and the Yukon, supporting approximately 140 Communities of Faith along with camps, social service agencies, youth programs, and community ministries. The British Columbia Conference Property Development Council of The United Church of Canada (PDC) provides leadership in the stewardship of church properties across British Columbia, including property management, leasing, redevelopment initiatives, and operational oversight of Regional properties.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
The Property & Facilities Coordinator works closely with:
• Director of Finance and Property, and staff of PMRC
• Congregations and ministry leaders using Regional facilities
• Tenants and community user groups (including daycares and non-profit partners)
• External contractors, vendors, and service providers British Columbia Conference Property Development Council of The United Church of Canada
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as the primary operational contact for tenants and user groups, including congregations, daycares, and community partners
• Maintain positive and responsive communication with building users
• Coordinate building maintenance and repair requests, including scheduling contractors and service providers
• Oversee routine maintenance and preventive servicing (e.g., HVAC, fire and life safety systems)
• Obtain vendor quotes and coordinate contractor work with minimal disruption to building users • Conduct periodic site walk-throughs to monitor building condition and identify maintenance needs
• Maintain organized digital property files including leases, licences, inspection reports, and vendor contracts
• Track inspections, servicing schedules, and other compliance requirements
• Maintain lease agreements, shared-use agreements, occupancy schedules, and insurance documentation
• Assist with invoice coordination and expense tracking related to property operations
• Prepare operational updates and property summaries for leadership
• Support onboarding of new sites and transitions related to redevelopment or changes in building use
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will bring a combination of practical experience, organizational ability, and strong communication skills.
• Experience in property coordination, facilities support, building operations, or community facility management
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across several sites
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Professional communication skills when working with diverse user groups and contractors
• Education in business administration, facilities management, property administration, building systems, or a related field is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams / SharePoint)
• Experience with property or facilities management systems is an asset
• Alignment with the mission and values of The United Church of Canada British Columbia Conference Property Development Council of The United Church of Canada
WORKING CONDITIONS
• This is a part-time role (20 hours per week) primarily during weekday business hours (Monday–Friday)
• The weekly schedule will be mutually agreed upon and may be distributed across the week in a variety of ways (for example, 4 hours per day across five days, or 5 hours per day across four days) depending on operational needs
• The position uses a hybrid work model, combining remote work with on-site visits to Regional properties and periodic presence at the head office in Burnaby
• Regular travel between sites within the Lower Mainland and other Regional locations is required
• A valid BC driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required. Mileage will be reimbursed at the prescribed rate
• Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to respond to urgent building matters
COMPENSATION
This is a part-time position (0.50 FTE; 20 hours per week) with an hourly rate of $26 – $32, based on qualifications and experience. This equates to an annualized full-time salary range of approximately $54,000 – $66,500, prorated to $27,000 – $33,250 for the 0.50 FTE position. Pension and group benefit plan coverage and annual vacation round out this compensation package.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience. Applications should be sent to: finance.pdc@united-church.ca Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The posting will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.