Director – Yukon Geological Survey
Company: Government of Yukon
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Salary: $131835 - 180954 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Description
Job title: Director – Yukon Geological Survey
Company: Government of Yukon
Job description: This is a permanent, full-time position, working 75 hours bi-weekly.At Energy, Mines and Resources (EMR), we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. 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 Yukon Geological Survey (YGS) acquires and disseminates geological and geohazard knowledge to support exploration; to inform resource and land management planning; to assist with infrastructure development; and to engage communities, schools, and the public.For more information about YGS and some career options, please visit ourThis position is responsible for directing and leading the development, implementation, evaluation and overall management of the Yukon Geological Survey’s programs and services, including the delivery of scientific and technical data and services which requires the collection, analysis, interpretation and communication of geoscience information. This position is a key member of the Mineral Resources and Geoscience Services branch and as part of the division management team and provides support to the Assistant Deputy Minister and Deputy Minister.For more information about this position, please contact: Darren Stahl, A/Assistant Deputy Minister atFor information about the staffing process, please contact Stephanie Aube, HR Consultant atEssential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. Applicants should be aware that your existing curriculum vitae may not contain all the information required to screen you in: it is strongly recommended that you visit Yukon government’s resource page on before applying.
- PhD in Earth Science or related field;
- Significant management experience, leading and providing strategic advice, direction and recommendations on complex projects and initiatives involving First Nations, federal, provincial or territorial governments, preferably in a government setting;
- Recent and significant experience managing human and financial resources;
- Experience with mining industry and exploration, preferably within Yukon Territory;
- Experience with technical writing as demonstrated by a list of publications in resume.
Candidates who have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.Desired Knowledge, Skills and SuitabilityCandidates will be expected to demonstrate their competence according to the standards set within the . This competition will specifically focus on, but not limit itself to, the following competencies:
- Taking Action and Achieving Results
- Thinking Strategically
- Influencing Others
- Demonstrating Client Focus
- Developing People
- Promoting Common Values and Ethics
Job Requirements: Ability to travel outside and throughout the Yukon as required.
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Job date: Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:38:28 GMT