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Department

Government of Yukon -> Energy, Mines & Resources - EMR CS-CMI Major Mines

Location

Mayo, YT Y0B 1M0 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST15

Salary

$89,704.00 - $104,043.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.

Job Summary and Requirements

This is a until-filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.

This position is for one permanent full-time position in Mayo, Yukon, working 75 hours bi-weekly.

The eligibility list may be used to fill anticipatory vacancies for Natural Resource Officers in communities. and may include Carmacks, Dawson City, Ross River, Watson Lake, Haines Junction and Teslin.

At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to the responsible management of a healthy and sustainable resource sector for the benefit of current and future generations. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients.

The Compliance, Monitoring and Inspections branch is the enforcement unit of the department and all natural resource officers work under this umbrella. As an integral member of a territory-wide team, this position employs a progressive enforcement philosophy while ensuring compliance with environmental and resource management legislation regulating natural resource development activities across the Yukon.

This position is responsible for undertaking inspection and enforcement activities for a multidisciplinary resource management program. Natural resource officers play a key role in ensuring the consistent application of responsible resource development practices in many sectors and work closely with members of federal and territorial government and First Nation governments.

Approved candidates will be provided reimbursement of relocation expenses if required, in accordance with the Interview and Relocation Expense Directive.

For more information about this position contact: Philippe Thibert-Leduc, Manager of Operations at Philippe.ThibertLeduc@yukon.ca.

For inquiries regarding the recruitment process please contact: Colleen Kormos, HR Consultant at Colleen.Kormos@yukon.ca

Essential Qualifications
IMPORTANT: Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon Government jobs. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions. A cover letter is not required.

• Degree or Diploma in natural resources management or related field.
• Experience interpreting or applying documents such as legislation, policies or procedures.
• Experience working with resource management or environmental stewardship sectors.

Additional assets to be considered:

• Experience working with or for First Nations communities, governments, non-government organizations or industry.
• Experience with inspecting or assessing resource development activities and preparing reports of findings.

Candidates with an equivalent combination of post-secondary coursework along with experience in the above will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
The ideal candidate should have, and may be assessed on their:

• Ability to interpret, apply, inspect and enforce legislation and policies relating to natural resource management.
• Ability to build positive and collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to prioritize and quickly adapt to change.
• Effective problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Situational awareness in a field environment.
• Analytical skills.

Additional Information

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Pre-employment and periodic medical clearance.
• RCMP Security Clearance.
• Firearms Possession and Acquisition License are immediate requirements.

Job Requirements(s):

• Ability to work and /or travel (often alone) for extended and periods, in all seasons and terrain types, in remote settings, using a variety of vehicle types e.g. trucks, all-terrain vehicles, helicopters, boats etc.
• Wearing a uniform and use of personal protective equipment.
• Overnight camping in remote locations may be required.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

15 September 2026

Close Date

15 December 2026