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Land and Resource Planner

Yukon Government
Whitehorse, YT

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
1 day ago

Skills

Facilitation
Class 5 Licence
Post-secondary education
Research
Project management experience
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Department

Government of Yukon -> Energy, Mines & Resources - Community Land Planning

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

31 March 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Classification

ST16

Salary

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.

Job Summary and Requirements

This is to fill one (1) full-time term (anticipatory permanent) position, working 75 hours bi-weekly until March 31, 2028. Temporary Assignments will be considered.

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 Land Planning Branch collaborates with First Nations, Yukon communities and other government agencies to manage land use in a sustainable and orderly way.

The Land and Resource Planner is a key role in the Land Planning Branch. This position is responsible for leading and coordinating regional and community land use planning and zoning initiatives throughout the territory. This work includes collaborating with First Nations, communities, and committees to prepare and present land use plans, zoning, and agreements; leading public consultations; conducting policy and planning research including analyzing complex land use planning and resource issues; and preparing and presenting options and recommendations to senior management. This position also works with other branches and departments to ensure the Government of Yukon issues and interests are addressed in land and resource planning.

The position also participates in the development and maintenance of a legislative, regulatory and policy framework which governs land use and orderly development in Yukon.

For more information about this position, please contact Amber Church, Manager of Regional Land Use Planning, at [email protected].

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Belinda Potvin, HR Consultant, at [email protected].

Please do not email resumes to either of these addresses; resumes may only be accepted through e-recruitment. If you need technical support submitting your application/resume, please contact [email protected].

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon Government jobs. 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. A cover letter is not required.

Degree in land use, community planning, environmental planning, geography, environmental science, ecology or a related field
Experience managing land planning projects such as local area plans, regional land use plans, or plans of a similar scope and complexity
Experience leading consultations and working with the public, municipalities, and/or communities
Experience in the application of Canadian planning and zoning law would be an asset
Experience collaborating with First Nation governments on the implementation of First Nation Final Agreements and Self-Government Agreements would be an asset
Experience preparing briefings for senior leadership would be an asset

Candidates who have post-secondary education combined with significant experience in the above-mentioned demonstrated abilities may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have, and may be assessed on their:

excellent interpersonal and communication skills
strategic thinking, negotiation and facilitation skills
ability to problem-solve and handle sensitive issues
organization skills, attention to detail and ability to manage changing priorities

Additional information

Conditions of Employment:

Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s licence

Job Requirements:

Willingness to travel

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

24 August 2026

Close Date

11 September 2026

Job Description

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