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Policy Analyst

3 months ago

Whitehorse, Canada Government of Yukon Full time
Job Summary and Requirements

This is to fill one term position as well as establish an eligibility list for anticipatory positions.

Environment - who we are

We 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

Who we're looking for - maybe it's you

Are you passionate about environmental stewardship? Are you interested in policy-based approaches to problem solving? As a member of the Policy and Planning Branch, you will be joining a collaborative team that provides strategic advice and policy support to Department of Environment staff and senior management leaders.

Our ideal candidate is a strategic thinker able to consider how the legislative framework, mandate priorities, legal obligations, public sentiment and intergovernmental relations intersect to drive decision making. Our branch supports a diversity of portfolios, with opportunities to work with experts in many different disciplines including climate change, wildlife management, animal health, environmental protection and assessment, water resources, parks and protected area planning. The nature of our work offers the support of a team, while granting you the independence to exercise leadership and creativity over your assigned projects.

For information about applying on a Department of Environment competition, please contact: Christina Anderson, Human Resources at Christina.Anderson@yukon.ca

For more information about this position, please contact: Shannon Clohosey, Manager of Policy and Legislation at shannon.clohosey@gov.yk.ca.

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 application. Please provide clear examples of the essential qualifications. For more information, please see click here

  • Degree in public policy, political science/law, resource management, natural science, environmental studies, or a related field;
  • Experience in policy, regulation or legislation analysis and development, with preference in a government setting;
  • Experience being part of a team engaging in policy, planning or consultation initiatives;
  • Experience researching, analyzing and synthesizing technical or complex information;
  • Experience in working in the resource management field would be an asset;
  • Experience working with Yukon First Nation Final and Self-Government Agreements or matters pertaining to aboriginal and/or treaty rights would be an asset.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

  • Excellent writing, editing and proof-reading skills
  • Ability to prioritize, take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills, self-awareness and ability to build relationships internally and with partners and stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
  • Ability to comprehensively and critically assess challenges, while paying attention to details and accuracy
  • Ability to manage complex projects with a broad range of clients

Why joining us is a great idea

Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Canadian Employer since 2014.

We support balancing personal and professional needs through comprehensive benefits, the ability to build your professional skills through learning and developmental opportunities, and flexible work and leave options.

There's no best way to tell you why Yukon is an amazing place to live and work but you can see some of what our Territory has to offer here:

  • Working at the Yukon Government
  • Explore Whitehorse
  • Travel Yukon

Additional Information:

Job Requirements: Occasional travel to various Yukon communities, including air travel.