Department

Government of Yukon -> Community Services - Regulatory Consumer Services - Property Assessment and Taxation

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Casual

End Date

30 November 2026

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR14

Salary

$43.56 - $50.50

Union

OTH

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 posting is for one (1), 6-month casual position, working up to 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 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.

Your impact

The role of a Community Services employee reaches across the territory. Your strong will to better your community will empower Yukoners to lead healthy, productive, and resilient lives through accessible and integrated programs.

About the branch:

The Property Assessment and Taxation Branch provides all Yukon taxing authorities with property assessments, and levies taxes in accordance with the general property tax rates, as established by Yukon Government property taxation authority for all areas outside municipalities. The branch administers several funding programs for rural and municipal property owners, including the Domestic Water Well Program and the Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Program and the Better Buildings program.

About the job:

As an Assessor, you will be responsible in determining the assessed value of all real property across the Yukon for taxation purposes. This position offers a balance of in office and fieldwork. In the office, you will respond to property owner inquiries, manage assessment reviews and value disputes, analyze market trends, review building plans and complete valuations using a Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system. In the field, you will engage directly with property owners, municipalities, First Nation governments and other partners. You will conduct on-site inspections that require accurate measurement and identification of structures and property characteristics.

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.

• Resumes are assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience.

• 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.

For more information about the role, please contact: Bradley Rowett, Director, Property Assessment and Taxation at Bradley.Rowett@yukon.ca

For more information about the organization and recruitment process, please contact: Brooke Schmidt, Human Resource Consultant II at Brooke.Schmidt@yukon.ca**.**

Essential Qualifications:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Coursework in Property Assessment/Appraisal or undergraduate degree in Statistics, Public Administration, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Urban Geography, Land Planning or other related field would be preferred
• Experience interpreting legislation and regulations
• Experience analyzing problems, identifying solutions and independently making decisions
• Experience responding to public inquiries and complaints
• Experience working with real estate and/or building construction would be an asset

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the above qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability:

These are competencies and/or job specific proficiencies that are effective to be successful in the role.

• Experience working with building plans or blueprints

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently

• Strong ability to organize and manage time to meet critical deadlines

Additional Information:

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Job Requirements: Willingness to travel throughout the territory conducting on-site inspections.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

06 May 2026

Close Date

20 May 2026

Job Description

Assessor JD