2021 STEP Positions with Government of Yukon
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2021 STEP Positions with
Government of Yukon
STEP-21000-G CORPORATE REGISTRATION ANALYST
COMMUNITY SERVICES - CORPORATE AFFAIRS
This position is responsible for assisting with the provision of a broad range of time-sensitive business and
regulatory services; advising clients on reporting requirements for filing under corporate legislation; receiving and
processing applications and notices pertaining to filing requirements of the numerous types of corporate entities to
maintain an accurate corporate registry, which includes the provision of efficient counter and phone services to
clients and the general public. Attention to detail, memo writing, computer usage, and customer service are
essential skills to being successful in this position. We serve a wide customer base, including individuals from law
offices, corporations, government offices, volunteers and the general public. The incumbent will receive, review and
process statements, notices, forms and annual filings to ensure the maintenance of an accurate corporate registry.
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Administrative Law or Business Administration
Conditions of Employment: n/a
STEP-21001-G END USER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
COMMUNITY SERVICES - FINANCE, SYSTEMS & ADMINISTRATION
Install, support, maintain and upgrade more than 500 desktop/laptop computers, tablets, virtual desktops, Smart
Phones, peripherals and associated network devices. This position is responsible for organizing, prioritizing and
performing computer trouble calls and upgrades, following up with internal clients to resolve issues in a timely
manner, ensuring client satisfaction. They will document issues and solutions, taking corrective action where
necessary to prevent repeats. They will plan and implement a small project. With 21 different branches, ranging
from Public Libraries to Emergency Medical Services, Wildland Fire, Building Safety and Sports and Recreation,
Community Services IT supports a wide variety of environments, applications and uses of information technology to
provide services to both our internal clients and the general public.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering
or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, lifting up to 30 pounds, working in dusty areas
STEP-21002-G FINANCE & ASSET MANAGEMENT PROJECT LEAD
COMMUNITY SERVICES - FINANCE, SYSTEMS & ADMINISTRATION
Develop and implement Finance Training Curriculum & Asset Management Framework. Assess the financial process
& knowledge gaps within each branch by interviewing staff & clients. Develop a curriculum for finance training
within the department at the admin/clerk level as well for the supervisor/management level including creating
training tools, handouts, cheat sheets, intranet or SharePoint resources, schedules, PowerPoint, etc. Working with
program areas, conduct an audit of departmental tangible capital assets comparing the physical inventory to the
financial system to support development of an asset management strategy for Community Services for all asset
categories (buildings, equipment, systems, vehicles, etc.) including procedures from acquisition through to disposal.
The strategy will include long range (15-20 year) replacement planning schedule, estimating appropriate useful
lives, and determining a tool for conducting simple condition assessments. Communicate & train departmental staff
on strategy, processes & tools & publish to intranet.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Finance, Business or Public Administration
Conditions of Employment: Driver's license, travelSTEP-21003-G RECORDS & INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
COMMUNITY SERVICES - FINANCE, SYSTEMS & ADMINISTRATION
As a member of the Records and Information Management (R&IM) team, the student will be a part of the
implementation of records program that will include addressing and incorporating the paper and electronic records
into a combined inventory listing for listing controls of current and past records held by a branch/unit within the
department. The electronic information is stored in a variety of mediums, and each one will need to be reviewed,
assessed and integrated into the inventory and records disposition applied. The student will provide support to the
department on all R&IM processes, including opening/closing records, storage/disposal of records, classifying
information, determining what information is to be retained and where, and providing training to employees on the
new inventory system. The student will work independently, and as part of the R&IM team, and with our clients to
bring their records into the electronic inventory database.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Record Management, Information Management or Library
Conditions of Employment: Ability to lift 24 pound boxes, exposure to dust
STEP-21004-G PROJECT COORDINATOR
COMMUNITY SERVICES - INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT BRANCH
The purpose of this position is to assist Project Managers in the coordination of public sector infrastructure projects.
This position will give the STEP student first-hand experience dealing with engineering/construction project
coordination while being mentored by Project Managers. This position will require an individual who can produce
high quality work under tight deadlines. The ability to use software programs such as MS Word and Excel
effectively are necessary to create professional documents. Tasks/responsibilities will include: Request for Purchase
and tender coordination, including compiling and proof-reading documents; coordinating contracts, including
entering data into contract system, and collection of supporting documentation; liaison with consultants and
contractors; respond to inquiries and perform administrative office duties; attending project meetings with Project
Managers for pre-construction tenders, monthly progress meetings, etc.; performing site visits for background data
collection and progress review; complying with Safe Work Practices at all times and wearing Protective Equipment
when required; direct contact with contractors, community members and YG staff using tack and diplomacy.
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Engineering, Trades or Construction Management
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, first Aid/CPR. First Aid training will be provided by
employer if needed. Students must be physically able to work on construction
sites, often in rough terrain
STEP-21005-G PROPERTY TAXATION ASSISTANT
COMMUNITY SERVICES - PROPERTY ASSESSMENT & TAXATION
The Property Taxation Assistant (PTA) will work closely with the Property Tax Administrator during the property
taxation cycle. The cycle begins when tax notices are mailed, includes various financial transactions as they occur,
then ends with the collection of past due accounts and the lien process. The PTA also ensures that legislation,
regulations, policies and procedures are followed. This position will provide a high level of customer service,
assisting clients at the front counter, as well as receiving their payments. Additional responsibilities include
reconciling and entering online payments into the tax system, running reports and preparing cash blotters. The
Property Taxation Assistant will also be exposed to the Yukon Home Owner Grant program and prepare journal
entries for homeowner grants, as well as reconciling homeowner grant claims for municipalities and process cheque
requisitions for accounts payable. This position will also assist with the collection procedures for overdue property
tax accounts and general administrative support where required.
Field of Study: Completion of first-year or higher in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting or related
field of study
Conditions of Employment: n/aSTEP-21006-G COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
COMMUNITY SERVICES - WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT
The Wildland Fire Management branch (WFM) contributes to protection of people, property and the development of
sustainable, fire resilient Yukon communities and infrastructure. The communications assistant is a valued member
of the WFM communications team and is responsible for assisting with day-to-day communication services,
activities, and support for web and social media activities. The position is responsible for both writing and assisting
in the development of a range of products including speeches, news releases, communication strategies and
publications and web content. The position also provide support to public engagement and outreach strategies as
well as assisting with all forms of public awareness issues that help WFM build trust with Yukoners by keeping the
territory informed.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Journalism, Public Broadcasting, Political Science or related
field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work and/or weekends
STEP-21007-G FIRESMART TECHNICIAN
COMMUNITY SERVICES - WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT
The incumbent will aid in planning, administration and operations of FireSmart and fuels management projects
within Wildland Fire Management Prevention and Mitigation Unit. This role will focus largely on fieldwork including
collecting data from previously treated fuel management project sites as well as the planning, layout and inspection
of ongoing or future projects. Fieldwork will include working outdoors in adverse weather conditions and dealing
with insects and potential wildlife encounters. The incumbent will utilize a variety of tools to collect data including
GPS devices, field/forestry equipment and tablets along with a suite of software for which the incumbent will
receive training. The incumbent should be comfortable working independently and be prepared for occasional
encounters with clients including contractors. When the incumbent is not in the field, they will work in an office
environment at WFM‘s headquarters. Office work will consist primarily of data entry, report writing and assisting
Prevention and Mitigation Unit staff with a variety of tasks including but not limited to contract development, policy
review, environmental assessment, consul and data management/organization. Training opportunities will be made
available to the incumbent and a training plan will be discussed and established in the first month of the position.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
• persons with disabilities
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or Geography
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel
STEP-21008-G SAFETY & TRAINING OPERATIONAL ASSISTANT
COMMUNITY SERVICES - WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT
The STEP student will be working in the Yukon Wildfire Centre in Whitehorse and will be a part of the Safety and
Training Team. They will interact with all regions and units of the branch and will be expected to assist other units
during active fire seasons. Daily task will vary depending on the time of season, operational requirements and
project timelines. To start the STEP student will assist with delivering and recording training, ensuring training
documentation is entered into the training trackers and certificates are created and sent to regions. They will also
assist with setting up and delivering S131 Crewmember Course, Crew Leader Course, WXX-Fit Testing, Rotowind
and Hover Exit Training, Leadership 180/280 Chainsaw Training, ATV/UTV operations and First Responder Mental
Health training. Later in the season the STEP student may be required to assist regions in various functions pending
operational requirements. These include but are not limited to Fixedwing Patrol Spotter, our FFA assistant, Radio
Operator, Incident Command Post Operator, Logistics Support. The Safety and Training Operational Assistant will
develop many new skills and gain several certifications throughout the summer. They will be in charge of several
smaller projects and will learn how to develop work plans and time management skills. They will also be required to
email public tenders regarding quotes and bookings, therefore building in interpersonal skills.
Field of Study: Completion in second year or higher in Forestry, Education or Business
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, medical clearance, ability to lift 45 poundsSTEP-21009-G ASSISTANT IT ANALYST (2 POSITIONS)
EDUCATION - POLICY & PARTNERSHIPS
The Assistant IT Analyst will be tasked with responding to and assisting ITSS technicians with routine activities
including imaging new school and office computers, re-imaging current school office computers, testing/installing
software and hardware in both Mac and Windows environment, providing first level technician support on
computers, mobile devices, printers and network related troubleshooting, moving of a large number of computers
and peripherals both within schools and buildings to building, keeping track of hardware inventories within schools
and offices, daily trips to schools including 3 to 5 overnight road trips to Yukon Community schools ranging from 2
to 4 days.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science or Education
Technology
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, ability to routinely lift from 10 to 50 pounds
STEP-21010-G TRAINING PROGRAMS ASSISTANT
EDUCATION - SCHOOLS & STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The successful applicant will work closely with the Student Financial Assistance unit on a variety of projects
addressing the strategic goals and objectives of the branch. Their main focus will be assisting with administering the
Student Financial Assistance programs, including Yukon Grant, Canada Student Loan/Grant, and Student Training
Allowance. This will include an administrative review on incoming applications, file management, data entry, and
applying legislative criteria throughout the review, including direct contact with the public. Other duties may include
supporting the Apprenticeship unit and Student Financial Assistance unit with projects such as developing tools and
resources for a clientele, conducting research on and interpreting legislation, working with government policies,
maintaining data and file management, leasing with clients and partners, and other general administrative duties.
We are looking for a motivated individual who is organized, detail oriented, client focus, and enjoys being part of a
dynamic and fast-paced
work environment.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Business Administration or Public Administration
Conditions of Employment: n/a
STEP-21011-G AGRICULTURE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
ENERGY, MINES & RESOURCES - AGRICULTURE
The Agriculture Research Assistant will primarily assist in the research undertaken by the Agriculture Branch. This
will include assisting with experimental design, maintaining field sites and the collection of data. This position will
operate a range of field and data collection equipment including data loggers, ATVs and water pumps. Most of the
work will occur near Whitehorse with daily trips to the research sites. Office work will involve researching various
agriculture related topics, inputting field data and assisting with a range of programs and events. The Agriculture
Research Assistant will also play a critical role working in the field with the Grazing Management Coordinator,
Agriculture Land Resources Officer, and the Development Officer assisting with the collection of relevant data and
soils information. This will potentially take the student into the backcountry of the Yukon so they must be physically
fit, capable of walking for a full day through variable terrain.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Biology or related field of
study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, must be ok with physical work, getting dirty, capable of
lifting 50 lbs and comfortable driving a full-sized truck and working outside in
remote conditionsSTEP-21012-G ASSISTANT FOREST TECHNICIAN (2 POSITIONS)
ENERGY, MINES & RESOURCES - FOREST MANAGEMENT
Working with the Forest Management branch, Yukon Government, the STEP student will assist the Forest
Management branch programs with field work (tree measurements and re-measuring permanent sample plots,
timber planning and layout, forest health, research (plots), etc.) and office work (data entry, report writing, mapping
planning, etc.). With this position, there will be an emphasis on fieldwork. This position will spend time at the
Gunnar Nilsson Mickey Lammers Research Forest, located 15 minutes north of Whitehorse on the Klondike
Highway. Duties at the research forest will include: conducting field trips to school children and the public, general
maintenance around infrastructure and trails, assistance with the annual open house, plot measurement, trail
building. The incumbent should know basic plant identification, dendrology and field measurement techniques.
Travel to remote locations outside of Whitehorse with some overnight stays, as well as fieldwork near Whitehorse
(day trips) are required. Accommodations will be provided for work outside of Whitehorse. There may be an
occasional need to work the odd weekend or evening.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of the second year or higher in Forest Management, Natural Resources, Renewable
Resources or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, first aid/CPR. If the incumbent does not have first aid
training and a valid first aid certificate, first aid certification will be provided during
the first month of employment.
STEP-21013-G LAND USE STUDENT
ENERGY, MINES & RESOURCES - LAND MANAGEMENT
Working with the Land Use Section of Land Management Branch, the Land Use Student will assist with the
Section’s project management and regulatory responsibilities through fieldwork and office. Fieldwork is required to
manage the Section’s site cleanup and gravel pit programs. This position will assist with assessing sites that require
remediation/cleanup work, the development and management of contracts and contractors undertaking the work
and in some instances assist with the physical removal of debris. The position will also assist with assessing gravel
pits for health and safety concerns, reclamation and development requirements, and managing the associated
contracts. Office work will include reviewing land-use inquiry permit applications based on legislative requirements,
assisting with the environmental assessment review process, preparing permits for issuance, preparing maps, and
working with the public, other government departments end First Nations. This position will travel to various
locations outside of Whitehorse with some overnight stays. Fieldwork will include travel by truck, rotary or fixed
wing aircraft and UTVs. This position will provide a student with the opportunity to learn about legislation, develop
field skills, learn about project management and contracting, and further develop communication skills in a land
management environment.
Field of Study: Completion of the second year or higher in Natural Resources, Earth Sciences or Environmental
Studies
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, physically fit and be willing to do physical work, get dirty
and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Must be willing to travel to communities
and remote locations with overnight stays.STEP-21014-G ASSISTANT WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN
ENVIRONMENT - FISH & WILDLIFE
In this position the student will work with Yukon Government's Senior Wildlife Biologist and associated Project
Biologists to carry out various wildlife inventory, monitoring, and research projects in the territory. Duties will include
a mix of work in the field and the lab. Field duties may involve work in remote settings capturing, tracking, or
monitoring various wildlife species with a focus on species at risk. Lab work may include procuring and processing
biological samples, or working on datasets in Excel or a GIS to enter or extract biological data for management
purposes. The student will work in a team-based environment that often includes other government biologists,
university professors and graduate students and First Nations staff. Representative projects the student may work
on include: 1) capture of various smaller mammals, 2) radio-telemetry, 3) monitoring wildlife with camera traps and
other remote sensing instruments, 4) non-invasive surveys of wildlife or their signs, 5) processing of biological
samples in a labratory, and 6) entering and mapping wildlife data in a computer. The focus will be on terrestrial
vertebrate species (mostly mammals) and their habitats. The student will be thoroughly exposed to designing and
implementing wildlife research, with some leeway for development of an applied research project that fits within our
broader information needs. Applicant should know that this position frequently involves working in a field crew that
is subject to the following working conditions: working in the evenings; camping and Yukon government
campgrounds or remote campsites; that country travel by foot or ATV in rugged terrain; or flying in small aircraft. As
such the ideal candidate would have a reasonable level of fitness, competency in wilderness settings, and the
aptitude and flexibility to work under these conditions.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related
field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel
STEP-21015-G FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT: URBAN RED FOX STUDY
ENVIRONMENT - FISH & WILDLIFE
The incumbent will provide field and laboratory support to both the Fish and Wildlife branch, Carnivore Biologist
and the Animal Health Unit (AHU). We require a motivated, organized, detail oriented assistant to help us gather
data in the field, conduct lab work, and communicate with members of the public for a pilot project examining
baseline of urban fox ecology and health status in Whitehorse. The student will assist with additional carnivore-
related projects, for example, sample collection for a bear DNA mark – recapture density estimate. Key tasks include:
reviewing literature and data; gathering information from various sources; drafting reports; following developed
methods to document fox dens and assisting in conducting fox den counts and den site assessments; conducting
outreach; organizing carcass collection; conducting necropsies; sampling tissue; shipping samples to laboratories;
assessing storage, collecting scat samples, and entering data. The student may be involved in trapping,
immobilization, and or relocation of live foxes. The position will work closely with the Carnivore Biologist and the
Animal Health Unit Program Veterinary and Laboratory Coordinator. The student position offers an opportunity for a
student interested or engaged in the field of ecology, biology, wildlife management, veterinary medicine, or wildlife
health. The student will gain valuable experience in their communication skills through developing communication
strategies and resources and interacting with the public and Yukon government staff to work on a collaborative pilot
project on urban wildlife management. The student will gain experience in wildlife management, project
development, ecological research methods, results synthesis, wildlife tissue sample collection, and wildlife health
examination. In addition, this position offers are unique opportunity to deliver a territorial wildlife program
working closely with biologist, animal health professionals, Conservation Officers, and communications staff.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Wildlife Management, Biology, Veterinary Medicine or
related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekends/on-call, first aid/CPR. The student
may be exposed to parasites or pathogens, and will work with sharp knives and
other dissection equipment, the student will be provided with adequate training,
supervision, and personal protective equipment as needed Current rabies
vaccination is considered an asset.STEP-21016-G FISHERIES FIELD TECHNICIAN
ENVIRONMENT - FISH & WILDLIFE
The Fisheries Field Technician will assist the Department of Environments team of biologist and senior technicians
in assessing the health of freshwater fish populations in Yukon lakes and rivers. This includes assisting with the
annual Lake Trout Monitoring Program, the Stocked Lakes Program, and varied projects related to freshwater
fisheries sciences that arise through collaborative work with First Nations governments and other Yukon
Government branches and teams. The Fisheries Field Technician is responsible for: organizing, calibrating and
preparing field equipment for multi day field programs and post field work gear maintenance and organization;
assisting in the collection of biological fisheries data through safe handling of fish and the deployment of various
gear; assisting in the collection of aquatic habitat and water quality data; subsampling, organizing and doing an
inventory of samples upon completion of a program; entering data in the Fisheries database. The Fisheries Field
Technician will be working in remote areas of Yukon, travelling in watercraft, ATVs and 4WD vehicles to reach
assessment sites. This position includes work that can be physically demanding at times in inclement weather.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Fisheries Biology, Environmental Science or Natural
Resource Management
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekends, first aid/CPR, frequent heavy lifting
STEP-21017-G WILDLIFE INTERPRETER FIELD ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENT - FISH & WILDLIFE
This position is responsible for promoting and hosting events for the Wild Discoveries interpretive series including
updating calendars, distributing posters, and communicating with public. Events are hosted throughout the territory
often involving overnight travel. This person is also responsible for developing and delivering children’s programs to
the public and to school kids. Working with the Wildlife Viewing Program requires creativity, and outgoing
personality, and a strong desire to work with the public and providing educational opportunities. This position also
assists Department of Environment biologists working in the field monitoring wildlife populations in habitat. Under
the direction of a project lead, this position will conduct wildlife studies such as bat banding, bird count, vegetation
assessments, camera trapping, and small mammal studies. Such work involves recording accurate data, developing
spreadsheets, and computer work with databases. If physical distancing is still required due to the COVID-19
pandemic, programming will be modified to online interpretive programming and may require working from home.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Education, Renewable Resources, Environmental Science or
related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekend/on-call, first aid. Student must be able
to move quickly and efficiently over rough terrain and adverse conditions such as
cold weather, rain, snow and wind. Some heavy lifting/manual labour is required
to install signs, do light repairs to viewing platform, moving props, tables, and
equipment from buildings to vehicles, and setting up displays. Student will also be
provided with 4 x 4 training and ATV training.STEP-21018-G HABITAT WILDLIFE MONITORING TECHNICIAN
ENVIRONMENT - FISH & WILDLIFE
The student will be involved in wildlife habitat and ecological monitoring projects with emphasis on Cumulative
Effects programs. This will include field and office-based tasks to primarily support the Cumulative Effects Biologist
with opportunities to support additional ecological monitoring projects on an as needed basis. Fieldwork is expected
to include remote camera trap monitoring and maintenance, and data collection in a remote setting via helicopter
and ground-based transportation. Fieldwork may also include ecological data collection to support broad habitat
initiatives and long-term monitoring programs within the city of Whitehorse and/or the communities. Office work
will include logistics planning and organizing for field trips, data entry/management, camera photo analysis,
reporting and GIS analysis/mapping. The applicant should possess: proficient computer skills involving Microsoft
Excel, Word and Access; experience using GIS and cartographic design; understanding of Yukon‘s landscapes,
ecosystems and wildlife; field experience and knowledge of safe back country travel practices.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental
Science or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekend. The department will arrange First Aid
training, helicopter training, and necessary support to safely operate field
vehicle/ATV if required. Hiking in remote settings, bushwhacking and carrying
field gear (day pack), driving a work vehicle, operating an ATV, lifting gear (no
more than 40 to 50 pounds), possibility of travel by boat or small aircraft
STEP-21019-G ASSISTANT PARK INTERPRETER (DAWSON)
ENVIRONMENT - PARKS (DAWSON)
The Assistant Park Interpreter will work closely with a team of interpreters to provide information interpretive
services to visitors in Tombstone Territorial Park. This includes topic specific interpretive programs to provide
information and raise public awareness of key park and conservation issues. This is done by conducting research,
field investigations and collecting materials to support programs (i.e. images, props, printing materials, maps, books).
Programs may include interpretive talks, guided walks, informal roving interpretation, interpretive displays and
special presentations. The successful candidate will be comfortable using multimedia equipment, props, displays,
and signs to enhance public awareness, and for promotional and educational value. The Assistant Park Interpreter
will be responding to public inquiries on the park environment such as plants, wildlife, geology and appropriate use
of facilities in back country, human wildlife and counters, as well as park regulations. Administrative duties will
include issuing back country permits, recording wildlife sightings, visitor statistics and feedback to ensure safety and
quality of experience for visitors as well as preservation of the natural and cultural environment. Maintenance duties
at the Interpretive Centre include daily lighting fires and light cleaning. They will assist in the collection of images
and data to support research and park for motion initiatives. This may also require accompanying a park ranger,
wildlife biologist or other professional in the field. The assistant will be expected to respond to emergency situations
where appropriate and immediate action will be required in wildlife encounters or medical emergencies.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Natural Sciences, Anthropology, Education or related field
of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekends, first aid/CPR. Yukon Parks uniform
policy applies and must be worn on duty. Staff must reside in staff cabins in a
remote location provided during their shifts. Cabins may occasionally be shared
with other Park staffSTEP-21020-G ASSISTANT PARK OFFICER/RANGER
ENVIRONMENT - PARKS
Do you have a passion for Yukon's Environment? Yukon Parks is seeking a motivated and friendly individual to join
our Park Officer team. The position will assist with patrols of Parks and campgrounds for compliance monitoring and
enforcement by applying and enforcing provisions of relevant legislations. You will respond to and assist in resolving
public complaints/occurrences regarding activities on park land by taking appropriate action. Resolving conflicts with
Park users is part of the duties. You will deliver current information and educational materials to the public and
educate users to proper use and care of parks and safety methods for enjoying the outdoors safely (i.e. bear
awareness). You will assist with performing random compliance checks, complete required reports and if required,
testify in court. Sell camping permit and perform cash transactions. And very importantly, you will help protect Park
resources, engage and be part of the Park Officer team and ensure Public Safety by taking appropriate actions (ie.
notification to staff, assist with animal/wildlife etc.).
This position has been preferenced to:
• Persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• Persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management,
Conservation Law Enforcement or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s licence with clean abstract, travel, shift work/weekends, security check,
first aid/CPR, lifting up to 25 kg
STEP-21021-G ASSISTANT PARK PLANNER (2 POSITIONS)
ENVIRONMENT - PARKS
As an Assistant Park Planner, you will be focusing on data and information gathering to inform park management
planning and implementation of the Yukon Parks Strategy. You will be providing support and assistance to Parks
skilled, passionate and diverse planning team. You will assist in gathering, compiling, and analyzing a range of data
to support planning, conservation and recreation development initiatives in the branch. Your work will contribute to
Parks Inventory, Research and Monitoring program, and will help connect research data and parks to park
management outcomes. You will work extensively in the field environment in parks throughout the territory and
significant driving and hiking will be required. An equal amount of time will be spent entering, compiling and
analyzing data and preparing reports in order to provide useful information for Park
management and planning purposes.
This position has been preferenced to:
• Persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• Persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Natural Sciences, Conservation Biology, Physical Geography
or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, physically able to hike full days, for several days at a time
STEP-21022-G ASSISTANT PARK RANGER (NORTH REGION)
ENVIRONMENT - PARKS (DAWSON)
The assistant park ranger will work with the North Region Park Ranger team to ensure the protection of natural and
cultural resources, public safety and education, maintenance of trails and back country facilities, as well as
compliance and enforcement of legislation in Tombstone Territorial Park in north region campgrounds. Candidates
will perform daily vehicle and hiking patrols including multi day, leave no trace back country hiking, safe field work
practices, basic knowledge of carpentry, operation, repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities, as well as
compliance and enforcement. Additional skills include leadership, be a clear and concise communicator capable of
providing visitors with direction on rules and regulations, safe travel information, educational programs, natural and
cultural history. Helicopter experience is an asset. This position is located in Dawson City and accommodations are
not provided.
This position is preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
• persons with disabilities
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Conservation
Law or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shift work/weekend, security check, wilderness/first
aid/CPR, Firearms Possession and Acquisition Certification required. Enforcement and firearms
certification will be provided on the job. The applicant will be required to work evenings and
weekends, work remotely, and complete 4-day hiking patrols with a team member in
mountainous terrain in all types of weatherSTEP-21023-G WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH & FIELD ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENT - WATER RESOURCES
The Water Resources Field and Research Assistant will be responsible for working as part of a team to manage and
monitor water in Yukon. This position will be exposed to water management field and office work within the Water
Resources Branch, in the disciplines of hydrology, water quality, hydrogeology, research and policy. This position
will be responsible for assisting with hydrology, water quality and hydrogeology fieldwork. This will include
conducting flow discharge measurements and water level surveys in support of hydromedic gauging station
operations, collecting surface water samples during site audits and for baseline and trend analysis sampling, and
ground water quantity and quality sampling for research, baseline and long-term objectives. Upon return from the
field, this position will assist with lab work, data entry, analysis and reporting. This position will also assist in
research, analysis and reporting of topical water management issues/interest in a Yukon context.
This position is preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Environmental Science, Geography or Environmental
Engineering
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, heavy lifting. The position may require steel toe boots and
chest waders.
STEP-21024-G YOUTH COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OFFICE - YOUTH DIRECTORATE
The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for: coordinating the Outstanding Youth Achievement Awards
(OYAA’s) - selecting award recipients from submitted nominations; designing, developing posters highlighting
achievement of each award recipient; coordinating an award ceremony; distributing posters to appropriate locations.
Updating the Government of Yukon‘s Compendium of Current Research and Monitoring
(https:\\Yukon.ca\EN\current-research). Work will involve getting confidence and working with the ArcInfo
Storybook platform, and reaching out to government scientists to discuss their work and to ensure their projects are
captured within their Compendium. Providing support for advancing the Developmental Asset Model in Yukon.
http://www.yukon.ca\40-assets. Repairing/updating the list of available Youth Camps for summer 2021.
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Communications, Business or Journalism
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, first aid/CPR is an asset, but not required.
STEP-21025-G COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - COMMUNICATIONS
The Communications Coordinator is a professional position that provides advice and information to departments
and supports the work of the Communications branch in all facets of internal and external communications functions
including: providing communications advice and information to departmental staff; providing administrative,
financial, project management support, as well as website support and content management support to the
Communications branch; and providing administrative and research support services to the Communications
branch. The position may also provide other communications related functions in support of the Communications
branch.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Communications, Business, Journalism or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: n/aSTEP-21026-G PROGRAM ADMIN & DATA ENTRY SUPPORT SERVICES
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS
Reporting to the manager of ColonCheck Yukon screening program, the Administrative and Data Entry Support
Services position will provide a broad and varying range of services. This includes providing operational and clerical
support for the program as well as confidential and sensitive service to members of the public accessing the
program. Working as part of a team, this position will be responsible for specific data-health entries into the
programs electronic medical record system and database, assisting with monthly recall and mail out letters and
performing accurate data entry of client information. Essential qualifications: experience working with databases
and data entry skills (eg. Microsoft Word); experience with Electronic Medical Records systems (eg. Plexia) is an
asset; experience providing administrative and reception services is an asset. Desired knowledge, skills and
suitability: good self-awareness around own strengths and limitations; knowledge end or experience in healthcare
an asset. Learned opportunities: administrative/clerical support for Government health programs; awareness of
Yukon‘s healthcare system and local/regional healthcare agencies; awareness of population-based cancer screening
programs; proficiencies and navigating multiple electronic systems and software applications; a solid understanding
of confidentiality and the ability to treat client matters with discretion and sensitivity.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
• persons with disabilities
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Health Services, Business Administration or Computer
Technology
Conditions of Employment: n/a
STEP-21027-G VACCINE PROGRAM STUDENT NURSE
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS
Provides the Vaccine Program Manager and Community Health Nurse with support on: planning and coordinating
immunization initiatives; supporting development of education and training materials for immunizers, HCPs and the
public; help with administrative tasks, database and data entry. Provide support to the Panorama Program Manager:
developing training; data cleanup. Learning opportunities include: knowledge related to vaccines from immunology
to adverse events; program design, delivery and implementation; planning and managing projects. Candidate should
have: interest in vaccines, vaccine preventable disease; interest in public health student placement and future
career.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
• persons with disabilities
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Nursing
Conditions of Employment: Security check, TB testing, first aid/CPR
STEP-21028-G HEALTH CARE RESEARCH AIDE
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - CONTINUING CARE
Under the direction in guidance of senior staff, the student will work closely with team members on quality
assurance projects that are aligned with their area of study. Project may include but are not limited to working on
existing quality assurance projects, such as embedding a palliative approach to care, looking at improving outcomes
of the Accreditation quality indicators (pressuer ulcers, falls, pain, physical function, behavioural symptoms or deeper
dive/retrospective analysis of incidents (suicide attempts, med errors, falls etc.). In this position you may: analyze
existing data from various sources including but not limited to GoldCare, CCRS, incident reports; collect new data by
interview a variety of people which may include but not be limited to staff, residence/clients, community
partners/agencies; collecting new data by doing national scans of Continuing Care across the country; use existing
and newly collected data to put together tools such as decision trees and evidence-based recommendations; may
include presenting findings to interest groups such as staff, manager, residents/clients. This position provides
students with experience in: building skills for advocacy and engagement with adults and seniors with various
disabilities and health conditions; building communication, assessment and evaluation skills; building ability to
collect interpret, analyze and evaluate data to make recommendations; exposure and experience working within
multidisciplinary teams; exposure to and experience with understanding real world, real time clinical issues.
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Health Sciences, Psychology, Clinical Health or related field of
study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, security check, TB testing, first aid/CPR, some lifting,
maybe exposed to cigarette smoke, petsSTEP-21029-G HOME CARE NURSING STUDENT
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - CONTINUING CARE
Under the direction and guidance of a Registered Nurse or LPN, the student will provide support for basic nursing
services for Home Care clients as well as developing health promotion and prevention programs for Home Care
clients. This will include research, planning and assistance in various therapeutic activities, as well as providing
general support to the nursing team in the Home Care programs.
Field of Study: Completion of third-year or higher in Registered Nursing
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, shiftwork/weekends, security check, medical clearance, TB
testing, first Aid/CPR, some lifting, exposure to smoke, pets
STEP-21030-G HOME CARE THERAPY ASSISTANT
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - CONTINUING CARE
Under the direction and guidance of Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist, the student will primarily
provide client and program support for Home Care clients. This will include assistance in various therapeutic
activities, organizing and repairing adaptive equipment, research and data entry/analysis related to Home Care
programs.
Field of Study: Completion of third-year or higher in Human Kinetics, Kinesiology or Rehabilitation (OT/PT/SLP)
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, security check, medical clearance, TB testing, first Aid/CPR,
some lifting, exposure to smoke, pets
STEP-21031-G PROGRAM AIDE - NURSING STUDENT (3 POSITIONS)
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - CONTINUING CARE
Under the direction in guidance of senior staff, the student will assist residence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
provide direct nursing/personal care, and work closely with team members and family to promote increased quality
of life for residence. The student will assist in outings, therapy programs, feeding, social, leisure and rehabilitation
programs.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Practical Nursing or second year or higher in Nursing
Conditions of Employment: Travel, security check, TB testing, first aid/CPR, some lifting, maybe exposed to
cigarette smoke, pets.
STEP-21032-G THERAPY AIDE (3 POSITIONS)
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - CONTINUING CARE
The student will be assisting Recreation Therapists and Recreation Therapy Assistants to provide therapeutic
recreational programming to Residents residing in Continuing Care facilities. They may assist in group
programming, individual programming, and assist in planning special events. Students may attend care conferences
with the interdisciplinary team and support the implementation of those care plans from a physical, social, emotional
or spiritual perspective.
Field of Study: Completion of third-year or higher in Recreation, Gerontology or Music/Art Therapy
Conditions of Employment: Travel, shift work/weekend/on-call, security check, TB testing, first aid, some
lifting, may be exposed to cigarette smoke, pets. Students will be required to work
a four-on four-off rotation, from 7:00 AM to 5:40 PM.
STEP-21033-G FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION CLERK
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - SOCIAL SUPPORTS
The Finance and Administration Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of financial operations duties, providing
customer service to clients and the public for the Income Support Unit (ISU) and Disabilities Services, maintaining
client records and unit files, and for providing program management and administrative/records management
support for ISU. The incumbent responds to the public and clients who are in financial need and/or crisis-including
clients who may have mental health issues, cognitive or physical disabilities, and/or challenging behaviors-in a
sensitive and respectful manner.
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Business Administration, Accounting, Commerce or related
field of study
Conditions of Employment: Security CheckSTEP-21034-G SOCIAL WORKER (2 POSITIONS)
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - SOCIAL SUPPORTS
The Social Worker provides a range of assessment, counseling, and case management support to client to ensure
they receive the services necessary to maximize their individual well-being and self-sufficiency. Clients or their care
providers may also become dissatisfied with decisions made by the position and may become physically or verbally
abusive or confrontational. This position is expected to have a range of de-escalation and crisis management skills
and will work within the scope of their professional practice to manage and support clients in distress. There is
access to a secure meeting room, if needed. It should be noted that although the department is driving to make the
workplace is safe and secure as possible, incumbents will be exposed to physically or verbally abusive or
confrontational clients outside the office.
Field of Study: Completion of third-year or higher in Social Work, Psychology or Social Sciences
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, security check
STEP-21035-G PROGRAM FACILITATOR
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - YOUTH SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The Program Facilitator, Youth Achievement Center, is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating a
variety of programs and services for youth involved with the Youth Criminal Justice System, Child Welfare System,
and at risk youth attending the Youth Achievement Centre through the development, delivery, and evaluation of
education, life skills, vocational, and recreation programs and services. Provide learning opportunities and
experiences to young persons in conflict with the law and at youth risk including developing, implementing, and
facilitating individual program goals/objectives, establishing behavioural contract with youth, teaching alternatives to
disruptive behavior, mediate conflict, teaching youth in various areas i.e. social, academic, recreation, cultural
awareness, etc., while ensuring program safety standards are maintained. Facilitate and participate in various
activities while engaging and supervising youth in these activities. Program activities are facilitated to: build self-
esteem, have positive role modeling, encourage respect, and responsibility, accountability of actions. The student
may be exposed to emotional and angry youth who may at times be physically or verbally aggressive. Exposure to
information that may be traumatic in nature is prevalent. The student is required to be physically fit in order to
facilitate and participate in various outdoor and indoor activities while engaging and supervising youth in activities
such as mountain biking, hiking, canoeing and other sports. The student may assist with a vocational program and
be expected to partake in supporting youth constructing mountain bike trails. This can be physically demanding
labour while being exposed to the elements. Overnight camping/field trips may be required.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Experiential Education or
related field of study
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, security check, medical clearance, TB testing, first aid/CPR,
lift up to 50 pounds.
STEP-21036-G COMMUNITY AIRPORTS OPERATIONS CLERK
HIGHWAYS & PUBLIC WORKS - AVIATION (HAINES JUNCTION)
Are you looking for a summer job in Haines Junction so you can work closer to home? Are you thinking of working in
aviation for the short term or the long term? Here’s an opportunity to work in Kluane Country and see what airports
management is all about! Transportation Aviation Branch (TAB) in Haines Junction is looking for the right person to
be their Community Airport Operations Clerk this coming summer. Summer is the busiest time of year at Yukon
airports, and we need someone to help TAB managers help Yukoners to use our airport safely. This position
provides clerical assistance to the Community Airport Program, so we need someone who can work at a desk most
of the day, write well, keep the office organized, and shift from one administrative task to another as priorities
change. By the end of the summer you will have a very good idea of how Community Airports work. The TAB team
helps Yukoners connect to the whole territory and will help connect them to the rest of the world when this
pandemic ends, so be sure to apply if you want to be part of this team! This position is located in Haines Junction. If
needed, the Department will help the successful applicant find accommodations.
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Business, Communications, Sciences or related field of study
Conditions of Employment: n/aSTEP-21037-G PROCUREMENT SUPPORT OFFICER
HIGHWAYS & PUBLIC WORKS - PROCUREMENT SUPPORT CENTRE
The Procurement Support Officer delivers front line operational support to the Procurement Support Center. This
positions main responsibilities relate to distribution and receipt of procurement documents, administration of the
Yukon Bids & Tender system and other similar systems, process inquiries and maintenance of procurement support
tools.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of first year or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field
of study
Conditions of Employment: Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
STEP-21038-G PROBATION OFFICER ASSISTANT
JUSTICE - CORRECTIONS
Under the supervision of a Probation Officer (PO), The Probation Officer Assistant will work as part of the Yukon
Community Corrections team to deliver humane correctional services in the territory. The PO Assistant will gain
valuable knowledge and skills working alongside colleague Probation Officers to conduct client intakes, observe
client interventions, and learn more about the bail process in the territory. The position will provide the successful
candidate with hands-on experience attending court, as well as participating in rural client supervision and case
management. Throughout the period of employment, the candidate can expect to gain a better awareness of the
court process and court documents as well as observe, and where appropriate, co-present criminogenic
programming. The PO Assistant position will work directly under the supervision of a mentor who will be an
experienced PO. The PO Assistant will gain a better understanding of the Corrections Act, 2009 and Yukon
Community Corrections policy. Through this opportunity, the student will have access to self development
opportunities (including ATIPP, Human Rights, Victims of Crime, Occupational Health and Safety, First Nations
history) that impact Yukon Community Corrections and other areas within the Government of Yukon. Individuals
looking to acquire hands-on knowledge, skills and experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations
will greatly benefit from this learning opportunity. Experience garnered through this position will help the successful
candidate determine if working with this client population is reflective of their future career path. This opportunity
will also prime the individual for future opportunities as a Probation Officer in Yukon and provide the candidate with
networking opportunities that they likely would not have obtained absent of participation in the STEP program.
This position has been preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of third year or higher in Criminology, Social Work or Psychology
Conditions of Employment: Driver’s license, travel, security check, TB testing. The candidate should have an
understanding of social theories and the root causes of crime including First
Nations awareness, histories/Impacts of trauma, substance use/miss use, mental
health concerns and cognitive impairment. The Probation Officer Assistant may
be required to appropriately manage inebriated, hostile, volatile, aggressive and/or
individuals convicted of dangerous offences using verbal de-escalation skills. The
position may be exposed to verbal and or physical threats of violence and
communicable diseases.
STEP-21039-G YUKON COURTS' SUMMER LAW STUDENT
JUSTICE - JUDICIARY
The Yukon Courts' Summer Law Student will primarily conduct work on Access to Justice project for the Supreme
and Territorial Court under the direction of the Court Legal Officer. Projects will include assembling resources for
self-represented litigants in small claims and Family Court, and creating information resources for court users,
including PowerPoint presentations, flyers and template documents. In addition, the student may be called on to
assist the Legal Officer with substantial legal questions that arise from the judiciary in the course of the day today
court business as well as assist with research and drafting with respect to court policy initiatives.
This position is preferenced to:
• persons of Yukon First Nations ancestry
• persons of Aboriginal ancestry
Field of Study: Completion of second year or higher in Law
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