Environment Protection Analyst

This is a term position until August 2025, Temporary Assignments will be considered

Our role

As trusted environmental stewards, Department of Environment professionals are committed to a healthy, sustainable and prosperous Yukon. Our people are dedicated to keeping the air, land and water clean, the responsible management of wildlife and fostering opportunities to connect with nature. We enrich governance through building our relationships with Yukon First Nation and transboundary Indigenous partners and through the application of both science and traditional knowledge in our decision-making.

Your role

The Standards & Approvals section of the Environmental Protection and Assessment Branch establishes environmental standards and implements policies and regulations to enhance environmental quality. The Environmental Protection Analyst contributes to these initiatives by analyzing, developing and implementing Environment Act regulations, policies and related programs.

Our ideal candidate has experience in development and interpretation of environmental policy and legislation, strong analytical and communication skills, seeks collaborative solutions and is able to work well independently and as part of a team.

For more information about this position, please contact Natalia Baranova, A/Manager, Standards and Approvals, Natalia.Baranova@yukon.ca

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Christina Anderson, Human Resources Consultant, Christina.Anderson@yukon.ca

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this opportunity, you'll need to demonstrate how you meet the following essential qualifications in your resume. Be sure to highlight how the experience you have acquired aligns with the 'must haves' for this position, including the month and year for each work experience entry. Selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree with a major in chemistry, hydrogeology, environmental or other related sciences, or engineering;
• Experience in conducting technical research and analysis and comparing analysis to environmental standards or legislation; and

Assets

• Experience with Yukon's environmental regulatory processes and relevant legislation;
• Experience in interpretation and application of regulations or policies related to solid waste management, special waste management and/or contaminated sites.
• Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders with differing interests and mandates to achieve mutually-beneficial outcomes
  

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• The ability to effectively manage time, priorities and a changing workload;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with others; and
• Ability to apply environmental regulations and processes to inform decision making.
  

Additional Information:

Conditions of Employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver's License (or equivalent)

Job Requirements:

Occasional travel within the Yukon to remote locations in a variety of weather and field conditions.