Field Operations Assistant

Job Description

Job title: Field Operations Assistant

Company: Government of Yukon

Job description: This competition is restricted to those persons working within Yukon Government during the posting periods, including casuals employed at the closing date of the competitionThis is a permanent part-time position, working 37.5 hours bi-weekly.Our roleWe are trusted environmental stewards, working with our colleagues, stakeholders, and the public, to keep the Yukon healthy and sustainable.Our priorities are to:

• Keep the air, land, and water clean.
• Manage the territory’s wildlife responsibly.
• Support wildlife viewing and, on the land, opportunities.
• Advance reconciliation.
• Build and support climate resilience.
• Be trusted environmental stewards.

Your roleDo you have a passion for outdoor pursuits including camping, fishing, and hunting? Are you keen to assist others access these opportunities? Our ideal candidate is committed to exceptional client service, is a strong communicator and has good critical thinking skills. In this role, you would expand and apply your knowledge of wildlife related regulations while assisting the public to obtain licences, permits and government services.Field Operational Assistants review applications for licensure and permits of hunters, anglers, trappers, and campers. They provide information to promote awareness of individual legislative rights and responsibilities and provide administrative intake services for hunting related biological submissions. They also provide technical support (online/over phone) for clients using our online licencing platform.As the Field Operations Assistant you will provide administrative and case file support for district conservation officer, preparing documents, receiving complaints, and assisting with other duties as needed.We are seeking a personable and dedicated team member, who is well versed in administrative, licensing, and financial processes to keep the branch running smoothly and efficiently. Along with the ability to work within a confidential environment and commitment to providing quality client service to the public and other groups.Our ideal candidate brings a strong team spirit to our branch of dedicated, diverse, and impactful staff.For more information about the position, please contact Kate Layfield atFor more information on recruitment process, please contact Christina Anderson at** Please do not email resumes to either of these addresses; resumes will only be accepted through the E-Recruitment system.Essential QualificationsPlease submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Experience in office administration and providing public facing client service.
• Experience handling financial transactions (debit/credit card, cash) and reconciling cash.
• Experience performing client service duties in a regulatory, licensing and/or permitting environment.
• Experience processing biological submissions.

Please include a cover letter (under 200 words) explaining why you would be a good fit for this role.Desired Knowledge, Skills, and SuitabilityCandidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Exceptional client service abilities, using tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Clear communication skills, self motivated and able to take initiative.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and apply policies and legislation.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

Job Requirements: Candidate will be required to handle wildlife biological specimens and submissions and tolerate strong odours.For more information on how to prepare your application, please visit the YG Employment site.

Location: Faro, YT

Job date: Fri, 23 Aug 2024 01:53:01 GMT