This is a full-time permanent position, working 75 hours bi-weekly.
Who we are:
As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer you.
About the Branch:
The Sport and Recreation branch is committed to providing leadership and support for the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for Yukoners through sport, physical activity, and recreation. It provides funding, leadership, and support to athletes, coaches, sport organizations, First Nations, and community groups, while creating opportunities for participation and high-performance development through major events and programs. The branch also works with partners to enhance recreation services, promote physical literacy, build community capacity, and improve access to safe, inclusive facilities and programming for people of all ages and abilities.
About The Position:
The First Nations Recreation and Sport Consultant builds strong, collaborative relationships with Yukon First Nations to support inclusive sport, recreation, and active living opportunities across the territory. The role provides funding, planning, and program support to First Nations, sport, and community organizations while advancing Indigenous sport participation across the territory. It also supports Major Games, advances safe sport initiatives, and works to strengthen partnerships, reduce barriers, and create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous athletes, coaches, and communities.
For more information about this position, please contact Marie Cairns, Director, Sport and Recreation, at Marie.Cairns@yukon.ca.
For more information related to the competition process, please contact: Jasmine Potvin, Human Resource Consultant, at Jasmine.Potvin@yukon.ca.
What you need to consider before submitting your application:
- Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system. Please do not email your resume to the contacts on the ad.
- Resumes are ONLY assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience within their resume clearly indicating the specific position the responsibilities or duties were performed.
- Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
- Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.
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; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Sport or Recreation Administration, Sport Management or related field.
- Experience developing, planning, and managing sport and recreation projects or programs.
- Significant experience working with Indigenous Peoples and communities.
- Experience working with rural or remote communities, underrepresented groups, Indigenous organizations and the non-profit sectors.
- Experience managing funding applications, budgets and financial resources.
- Experience contributing to the development, interpretation, or implementation of guidelines, frameworks, or strategic approaches that support sport, recreation, or community programming.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
- Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work with volunteers and community organizations/groups in a variety of roles and the ability to develop and strengthen partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
- Strong organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and supportively within a small dynamic team.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Sound research and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of sport and recreation plans and strategies, Yukon sport and recreation sector, its key organizations, structure, and relevant issues and opportunities.
- Familiar with areas of local governance, including Yukon First Nation Governments and the roles and responsibilities of recreation authorities in incorporated and unincorporated communities.
- Experience in developing and delivering public presentations, workshops and courses is an asset.
Condition(s) of Employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent).
Job Requirement(s): Must be willing and able to travel, work evenings, weekends & on short notice.
