Top Benefits
About the role
This posting
This posting will be used to fill 1 term, anticipatory permanent, full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Who we are
Environmental Health Services (EHS) works to protect the health and safety of the public across a wide variety of program areas including food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, housing, recreational facilities, rabies control, tobacco and vaping control and personal services. To achieve the goal of protecting public health, EHS follows a progressive enforcement strategy to ensure compliance to requirements under the Public Health and Safety Act, local and national standards, guidelines, and public health best practices. You will be part of a team that actively identifies hazards in recreational, commercial and industrial premises through various activities including performing inspections so businesses can reopen and stay open.
Your role
The Environmental Health Officer (EHO) is responsible for the protection of public health and safety through the development and implementation of a broad range of risk based programs, enforcement of legislation, participation on national and local committees, contribution to departmental and inter-departmental activities, and other related duties.
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For more information on this job, please Chris Faloon, Manager, Environmental Health Services****at chris.faloon@yukon.ca
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For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Darlene Allain, HR Consultant Darlene.Allain@yukon.ca
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon’s many benefits
Your career, your home, your lifestyle
We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
Check out:
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Yukon Life
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Working at Yukon government
Important application and job requirements
Essential qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
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Bachelor Degree in Environmental Health;
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Has been awarded CPHI(C) credential by the Board of Certification, Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors;
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Experience conducting public health inspections in a variety of program areas (e.g., food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, personal services, etc.); and,
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Experience using Hedgehog, Amanda or other health inspection software tools to manage and perform inspections and applications is an asset.
It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
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Strong communication skills, oral and written;
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Strong conflict resolution and public relations skills;
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Strong technical writing skills;
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
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Ability to abide by a professional, ethical code of conduct;
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Ability to take a broad-based strategic approach to work planning and client service;
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Ability to plan, organize and manage a diverse workload;
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Ability to work autonomously and also within a multi-disciplinary team setting; and,
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Ability to interpret, administer, and enforce acts and regulations associated with environmental health best practices.
It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Conditions of employment
You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
Has been awarded a Certificate in Public Health Inspection – Canada (or proof of eligibility to be registered within 6 months of hire); a member in good standing of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors; valid class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent; security clearance with vulnerable sector; and WHMIS 2015 within 1 month of hire
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
Approximately 15% to 25% of job time is spent travelling throughout the Yukon, year round, to small, rural communities; when performing inspections, may be exposed to hazardous substances and requirement to work in confined spaces; may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for inspections related to COVID-19; and, lifting required up to 25 kg.
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
22 October 2025
Close Date
04 November 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
Top Benefits
About the role
This posting
This posting will be used to fill 1 term, anticipatory permanent, full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Who we are
Environmental Health Services (EHS) works to protect the health and safety of the public across a wide variety of program areas including food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, housing, recreational facilities, rabies control, tobacco and vaping control and personal services. To achieve the goal of protecting public health, EHS follows a progressive enforcement strategy to ensure compliance to requirements under the Public Health and Safety Act, local and national standards, guidelines, and public health best practices. You will be part of a team that actively identifies hazards in recreational, commercial and industrial premises through various activities including performing inspections so businesses can reopen and stay open.
Your role
The Environmental Health Officer (EHO) is responsible for the protection of public health and safety through the development and implementation of a broad range of risk based programs, enforcement of legislation, participation on national and local committees, contribution to departmental and inter-departmental activities, and other related duties.
-
For more information on this job, please Chris Faloon, Manager, Environmental Health Services****at chris.faloon@yukon.ca
-
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Darlene Allain, HR Consultant Darlene.Allain@yukon.ca
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon’s many benefits
Your career, your home, your lifestyle
We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
Check out:
-
Yukon Life
-
Working at Yukon government
Important application and job requirements
Essential qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
-
Bachelor Degree in Environmental Health;
-
Has been awarded CPHI(C) credential by the Board of Certification, Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors;
-
Experience conducting public health inspections in a variety of program areas (e.g., food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, personal services, etc.); and,
-
Experience using Hedgehog, Amanda or other health inspection software tools to manage and perform inspections and applications is an asset.
It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
-
Strong communication skills, oral and written;
-
Strong conflict resolution and public relations skills;
-
Strong technical writing skills;
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
-
Ability to abide by a professional, ethical code of conduct;
-
Ability to take a broad-based strategic approach to work planning and client service;
-
Ability to plan, organize and manage a diverse workload;
-
Ability to work autonomously and also within a multi-disciplinary team setting; and,
-
Ability to interpret, administer, and enforce acts and regulations associated with environmental health best practices.
It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Conditions of employment
You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
Has been awarded a Certificate in Public Health Inspection – Canada (or proof of eligibility to be registered within 6 months of hire); a member in good standing of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors; valid class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent; security clearance with vulnerable sector; and WHMIS 2015 within 1 month of hire
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
Approximately 15% to 25% of job time is spent travelling throughout the Yukon, year round, to small, rural communities; when performing inspections, may be exposed to hazardous substances and requirement to work in confined spaces; may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for inspections related to COVID-19; and, lifting required up to 25 kg.
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
22 October 2025
Close Date
04 November 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.