Yukon Development director Jobs – 53 Openings This Week

Director - Land Development
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $136,824–$190,618 a year
- Full-time
- Finance
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
10d
Associate Executive Director
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation —Old Crow, YT
- $214,131.53–$234,206.17 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Executive Director
Northern Lights School of Dance —Whitehorse, YT
- $65,000–$85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Supervising experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership
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Onsite Logistics Coordinator
Selkirk Mining Corp. —Minto, YT
- $490–$560 a day
- Inventory management
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
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Director of People and Culture
Cobalt Construction —Whitehorse, YT
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Office
- Team management
- Travel
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Director, Community Operations
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $115,963–$161,644 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Team management
- Travel
1d
Management Board Analyst
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $107,212–$149,447 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Analysis skills
9d
Sr. Specialist, People, Engagement, and Learning (Northern Region)
MakeWay —Yukon
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Dental care
- Vision care
5d
Human Resources Director
Liard First Nation —Watson Lake, YT
- $100,000–$130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
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Manager - Human Resources - Regular Full Time
Yukon Hospital Corporation —Whitehorse, YT
- $126,470–$158,087 a year
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Writing skills
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Wellness Services Team Lead
Liard First Nation —Watson Lake, YT
- $40–$45 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Writing skills
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Business Development Manager - Western Canada
HA Group —Whitehorse, YT
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Up to 50% travel
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Principal
First Nation School Board - Yukon —Beaver Creek, YT
- $97,714–$145,154 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Education
- Mentoring
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Finance Controller
CHIEF ISAAC —Dawson City, YT
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
Legal Counsel
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $115,963–$161,644 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's
- Travel
Senior Environmental Assessment Specialist
True Environmental —Whitehorse, YT
- $100,000–$165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Business development
- Bachelor's
- Mentoring
Social Worker - Child in Out-of-Home Care
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $89,704–$104,043 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's
- Case management
General Manager
Indigo Books & Music —Whitehorse, YT
- $42,000–$68,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- Customer service
- English
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14d
Finance Controller
Chief Isaac Group of Companies —Dawson City, YT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
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Regulatory Lead - Mine Closure
True Environmental —Whitehorse, YT
- $110,000–$183,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Communication skills
General Manager (Retail Sales Team)
TRINITI Technology —Whitehorse, YT
- $38–$45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Team management
- Mentoring
- Dental care
- Vision care
Clinical Care Manager - Watson Lake Community Hospital - Regular Full-Time
Yukon Hospital Corporation —Watson Lake, YT
- $126,470–$158,087 a year
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
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Clinical Informatics Educator - Clinical Informatics - Term Part-Time
Yukon Hospital Corporation —Whitehorse, YT
- $49.73–$66.42 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- Computer literacy
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9d
Senior Assessment Advisor
Yukon Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment Board —Whitehorse, YT
- $112,026.79–$130,101.34 a year
- Full-time
- Training & development
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Senior Network Architect
Northwestel Inc. —Whitehorse, YT
- Engineering
- Business development
- Project management
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Director - Land Development

Yukon Government
Whitehorse, YT

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Job details

Full-time
10 days ago

Skills

Operations management
Senior management experience
Coaching
Strategic leadership
Finance
Change management
Public Administration
Stakeholder coordination
Continuous improvement
Decision making
Risk management
Mentoring
Budgeting
Financial management
Strategic partnerships
Business strategy and management experience
Business
Stakeholder relationship building
Business process improvement
Stakeholder management

Full job description

Department

Government of Yukon -> Community Services - Land Development

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Classification

MG02

Salary

$136,824.00 - $190,618.00

Union

MGT

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

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 position is for one (1) full-time permanent positions, working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Who we are:

As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.

As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer you.

About the Branch:

The Land Development Branch supports and coordinates land development initiatives in the Yukon. They work with Yukon municipalities, unincorporated communities and First Nations governments to plan, develop and implement land development.

About the Position:

The Director, Land Development provides strategic leadership, innovative solutions and business oversight for Yukon’s Land Development program, ensuring the effective planning, delivery, and financial stewardship of land development initiatives across the territory. This role is accountable for managing significant human, financial, and material resources, establishing priorities, mitigating risks, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in alignment with government objectives. As a key member of the Community Development Division’s management team, the Director develops strong partnerships with local governments, industry partners, and internal departments to advance development opportunities and support sustainable economic growth. Success in this role requires strong financial and business acumen, strategic decision-making, political awareness, and the ability to balance competing priorities while delivering results through collaboration, sound governance, innovation and responsible resource management.

For more information about this position, please contact: Kelli Taylor, ADM Community Development at [email protected].

For more information on the application process, please contact Jasmine Potvin, Human Resource Consultant, at [email protected].

What you need to consider before submitting your application:

Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system. Please do not email your resume to the contacts on the ad.
Resumes are ONLY assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience within their resume clearly indicating the specific position the responsibilities or duties were performed.
Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications – specifically – how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications shown below. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Land Development, Project Management, or related discipline, combined with extensive senior leadership experience.
Demonstrated success leading complex programs and operations, strategic planning, organizational performance management, process improvements and the achievement of government priorities.
Significant experience managing human, financial, and material resources, including operational and capital budgets, financial oversight, risk management, and resource allocation.
Strong ability to develop, implement, and evaluate policies, programs, and business processes that support effective service delivery and continuous improvement.
Significant political acumen and experience navigating government decision-making processes, building partnerships, and advancing strategic objectives across departments and stakeholder groups.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with experience working collaboratively with industry, First Nations, governments, councils, environmental organizations, and the public to balance competing interests and achieve positive outcomes.

Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility: This involves demonstrating self-awareness, learning from past experiences, and using strong interpersonal skills to build credibility and effectiveness.
Thinking Strategically: Understanding and contributing to the organization’s vision and goals, anticipating future needs, and aligning actions accordingly.
Financial Management: Managing budgets, monitoring use of finances, and achieving results within financial constraints.
Partnering: Building Relationship.
Leading Change and Innovation: Implementing and managing change initiatives that improve performance and foster innovation within the organization.
Taking Action and Achieving Results: Setting priorities, making informed decisions, and ensuring that goals are met efficiently and effectively.
Developing People: Fostering the learning and development of others through supportive relationships, and building long-term leadership capability by teaching, coaching, and mentoring.
Influencing Others: The ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, and leverage relationships with stakeholders to drive organizational objectives.
Demonstrating Client Focus: Ensuring that the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders are met and striving to improve service delivery and client satisfaction.

Eligibility List

6 months

Post Date

12 August 2026

Close Date

26 August 2026

Job Description

JD - Director, Land Development

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