Department

Government of Yukon -> Public Service Commission - People & Culture - Diversity & Inclusion

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

30 April 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR14

Salary

$85,225.00 - $98,818.00

Union

CON

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Restricted - 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 will be used to fill a TERM position until April 30, 2027. The position works 75-hours bi-weekly (flexibility for part-time if desired). This position is restricted to Yukon First Nations. Temporary Assignments may be considered.

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

Our work has a visible impact…

At the Government of Yukon, our vision is to create an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners – this vision is close to our hearts in the Public Service Commission. We are passionate about our people, and we strive to build a workplace that’s inclusive, respectful and continuously improving. We do this through maintaining internal HR systems, policies and collective agreements and providing human resources advice and support to departments and employees.

The opportunity…

The Elder in Residence is responsible for promoting a decolonized work environment with a strong focus on reconciliation and Yukon First Nations topics, cultural safety, anti-racism, anti-oppression and trauma-informed approaches to public service across the Yukon government. This position provides advice and culturally based assistance to all employees assisting to build trust, support, and intercultural capacity and competencies.

Why choose us?

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

Learn more about what we offer.

Discover why the Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014.

Important application requirements*:*

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For details on how to prepare and submit your resume, visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications:

• A Yukon First Nation citizen, recognized and accepted as an Elder or Knowledge Keeper, with extensive experience providing guidance and support. Preferred at all levels of government, including Yukon First Nation governments and/or the Government of Yukon.

• Experience with Yukon First Nation Final Agreements, including implementation, government to government collaboration, consultation, and partnership, through various committees and working groups.

• Experience working within policy and legislative frameworks, providing support and guidance through the application of Yukon First Nations knowledge, culture, history, and traditions, that support the principles of truth and reconciliation. Preferred within a government context (Yukon First Nation government or the Government of Yukon).

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Tobest support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Demonstrated Yukon First Nations Traditional Knowledge and other Indigenous ways of knowing, doing and being

• Demonstrated connections to Yukon First Nations communities

• Ability to navigate Indigenous and non-Indigenous ways, e.g., Two-Eyed Seeing)

• Ability to support and maintain government to government relationships

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with Elders from Yukon First Nation communities

• Demonstrated Client Service

Additional information

Job requirements:

• This position is located in Whitehorse, Yukon, and requires you to work in the office. Out of territory remote work is not available for this role.

• Occasional travel within the Yukon.

Contact details:

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Shelby Blackjack, Director, Diversity and Inclusion Branch at Shelby.Blackjack@yukon.ca

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact Dani Marrion, Human Recourses Consultant at Danielle.Marion@yukon.ca**.**

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

26 May 2026

Close Date

08 June 2026

Job Description

JD- Elder In Residence