The Opportunity: Environmental Programs Coordinator
Permanent, Full-Time position, based out of Whitehorse, Yukon.
Who we are: Yukon Energy is the primary generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the Yukon territory, operating within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and collaboration with Indigenous communities across all our operations.
What will you do: Reporting to the Director, Risk & Compliance, you will:
- Administer and oversee a range of environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance programs in alignment with the Corporation’s Environmental Management System, project and facility regulatory authorizations, and established commitments, including agreements with First Nations Governments and other organizations.
- Provide technical support to resource development projects by ensuring environmental considerations are embedded throughout planning and execution.
- Lead community and organizational outreach efforts, fostering collaboration on environmental monitoring and adaptive management planning.
- Ensure work is guided by the Corporation’s Environmental Management System, associated monitoring and adaptive management programs, and applicable territorial and federal authorizations, legislation, and regulations.
What you need to succeed:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in biology, environmental studies, environmental engineering, natural or social sciences, natural resource protection and/or environmental law enforcement, or a related field with considerable relevant experience.
- Familiarity with environmental management systems; ISO 14001 Internal Auditor certification (or ability to obtain) considered an asset.
- Experience in the design and/or implementation of environmental monitoring programs, including field experience.
- Experience in the research and analysis of environmental and socio-economic issues, impacts, and mitigation.
- Knowledge of principles of resource management, environmental and socio-economic effects assessment, and regulatory regimes in Yukon.
- Familiarity and experience with the principles of monitoring and adaptive management.
- Knowledge of First Nation government structures and Final Agreements.
- Experience managing environmental projects or initiatives, including budgets and timelines, is an asset.
Yukon Energy understands that experience comes in many forms, and we’re committed to adding new perspectives to our team. If your background is close to what we’ve listed, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation: Level 10: $54.13/hr-$64.64/hr PLUS Northern Allowance
What is in it for you:
- Northern Allowance: $7,000+ 5% Base Pay added to Base Salary.
- Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins the first day of employment.
- 160 hours of vacation leave, 160 hours of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave.
- Travel Allowances for employee and their spouse and dependent(s).
- Annual Wellness Subsidy.
- Cell Phone Subsidy.
- Training and Development opportunities.
- Opportunity to be a part of something larger and help the Yukon community.
Yukon Energy is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone’s unique background, perspective and experience is valued. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, including Yukon First Nations, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and members of other equity‑seeking groups.
First Nations and other candidates from under‑represented communities are encouraged to self‑declare.
We look forward to your application! Apply online at Recruitment (adp.com).
If you have any questions, please feel free email People & Culture via email at hr@yec.yk.ca. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
We thank all candidates for applying but only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer without employer sponsorship.
Dated Posted: August 20, 2025