Department

Government of Yukon -> Economic Development, Tourism and Culture - Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

29 March 2030

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR15

Salary

$89,704.00 - $104,043.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

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 competition is for a term position working 75 hours biweekly until March 31, 2030. Temporary assignments may be considered.

Who we are:

At the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture, our mandate is to build a sustainable, competitive, and diverse Yukon economy that enriches the quality of life for all Yukoners. Guided by a shared vision of prosperity, partnerships, and innovation, we advance economic development, support the growth of tourism, and celebrate and promote Yukon’s rich cultural identity. We work collaboratively—including with First Nations —to foster opportunities that benefit communities across the territory and to preserve Yukon’s history and heritage for generations to come.

We support businesses, industries, cultural organizations, and communities by helping them see the big picture, envision Yukon’s future, and find clear paths forward. From advising entrepreneurs and growing key sectors, to promoting Yukon as a world-class travel destination and supporting arts, heritage, and cultural initiatives, we connect people with the resources they need to succeed. This includes helping employers attract and retain the workers they need, strengthening the workforce, and ensuring Yukon’s economy continues to grow and thrive.

About the role:

The Manager, Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre (YBIC), provides strategic leadership and oversees the daily operations of the interpretive and community facility. The centre features the Beringian landscape, animals and human history through exhibits, interactive programming, and public engagement.

This position is responsible for all aspects of YBIC operations, including facility management, security and grounds, capital and maintenance projects, exhibits, collections, outreach activities, special events, rentals, and in-person and online public and educational programming.

The Manager leads a small team, primarily seasonal and part-time staff, providing leadership and innovation for effective delivery of programs, services, and visitor experiences. The role supports capacity-building across Yukon’s heritage sector by coordinating mentorship and training opportunities with post-secondary institutions, Yukon museums, and Yukon First Nations.

For more information about this position, please contact Jen Meurer, Director, Cultural Services at Jennifer.Meurer@yukon.ca

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Kristen Mintz, HR Consultant at Kristen.Mintz@yukon.ca.

Please do not email resumes to the email address above; resumes may only be accepted through the E-Recruitment application system. To create your E-Recruitment account, click here.

Essential Qualifications:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If you have these qualifications, ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume using the year/month format.

• Education in Museum Studies, Museum Management, History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Palaeontology, Tourism, or a related field. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered;
• Experience working in a museum, interpretive centre, First Nation cultural or heritage centre, or hospitality sector;
• Experience leading staff, managing budgets, and operating a facility;
• Experience building and maintaining collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners, including First Nations, educators, and community members.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.

Before applying, you may want to refer to our sample resume to assist you in submitting your application.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:

Candidates should have and will be assessed against Leadership Excellence Core Competencies for leadership excellence. Key core competencies identified for this position include the following:

• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Leading Change and Innovation
• Developing People

Additional Information:

Conditions of Employment:

• Vulnerable Sector Security Clearance

Job Requirements:

• Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license;
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Relocation: This position is not eligible for paid relocation.

Learn more about us!

The Yukon government has been selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers since 2014!

To learn more about the Yukon government, check out: The Talent Attraction Brochure and Working at the Yukon government.

To learn more about what Yukon has to offer, check out: Travel Yukon.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

14 July 2026

Close Date

27 July 2026