Specialist, Housing Systems Administration

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Administration, Level A

Job Title

Specialist, Housing Systems Administration

Department

Administrative Support | Residence Life Management | Student Housing and Community Services

Compensation Range

$5,791.00 - $8,323.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

October 9, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Additionally, the Specialist, Housing Systems Administration will lead system modernization efforts, including evaluating potential system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements to align with the evolving needs of Student Housing. This role will manage regular reporting and data analysis to support data-driven decision-making within the department. The role requires a strong technical aptitude, an ability to translate business needs into system functionality, and collaboration with various teams to ensure seamless operations.

Organizational Status

The Specialist, Housing Systems Administration reports to the Associate Director, Residence Admissions and Administration. This position works closely with Residence Life, Front Desk Services, Facilities and Building Services, and other Student Housing and Community Services (SHCS) managers to ensure effective student housing operations.

Work Performed

1. System Administration & Process Development
- Develops and implements administrative policies, procedures, and business process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develops, implements, and refines business processes to optimize system functionality and enhance user experience for both students and staff.
- Identifies and implements system enhancements and workflow improvements to ensure operational efficiency and policy compliance.
- Participates in strategic planning efforts related to housing system operations and technological advancements.
- Works collaboratively with internal stakeholders to align system functionalities with housing processes, institutional objectives and student needs.
- Ensures compliance with university policies, privacy regulations, and best practices in student housing operations.
- Leads modernization efforts by researching and recommending system enhancements, automation tools, and technology advancements to improve student housing administration.

2. Training & Staff Support
- Designs and delivers ongoing training programs for staff on the StarRez system, ensuring all users understand system functionalities and best practices.
- Acts as the primary technical support resource for StarRez related issues, ensuring timely resolution and system efficiency.
- Works closely with team leads and managers to assess training needs and improve staff competency in system usage.
- Develops user guides, troubleshooting documentation, and knowledge-sharing resources for staff and stakeholders.
- Conducts workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions for staff involved in the housing assignments, administration and student support.

3. Data Management & Reporting
- Analyzes data to identify trends, support decision-making, and improve housing system effectiveness.
- Ensures data integrity and accuracy within the StarRez system, implementing data validation processes to maintain accurate and reliable records.
- Leverages advanced data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to create dashboards and reports for operational planning and forecasting.
- Conducts cost-benefit and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for proposed system enhancements and process improvements.
- Works closely with institutional research and data teams to provide accurate reporting that supports housing occupancy forecasting, financial planning, and strategic occupancy management.

4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serves as the primary liaison between Student Housing and StarRez Star Care team regarding system updates, troubleshooting, and technical support.
- Represents Student Housing at institutional meetings, student fairs, and committees related to student housing operations.
- Engages with the vendor and users to assess new features and explore pote