Director - Operations and Programs

at  Yukon Government

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.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Master’s degree in business administration, Environmental Studies or relevant studies in a related field.
• Experience working with operational budgets.
• Experience supervising and/or managing staff.
• Experience managing and administering local services.
• Experience managing interests of the public and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience establishing municipal service standards, or infrastructure asset management related to the operation and maintenance of local infrastructure.

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 the their:

• 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
• 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
• Thinking Strategically: Understanding and contributing to the organization’s vision and goals, anticipating future needs, and aligning actions accordingly
• Taking Action and Achieving Results: Setting priorities, making informed decisions, and ensuring that goals are met efficiently and effectively
• Leading Change and Innovation: Implementing and managing change initiatives that improve performance and foster innovation within the organization
• Demonstrating Client Focus: Ensuring that the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders are met, and striving to improve service delivery and client satisfaction

In addition to these competencies, specific job proficiencies are critical for the role:

• Action Management: Planning and prioritizing work, tracking performance, and ensuring alignment with organizational strategies
• People Management: Supporting and encouraging team members, recognizing positive contributions, and managing resources effectively
• Financial Management: Managing budgets, monitoring use of finances, and achieving results within financial constraints

Eligibility List
6 months
Post Date
26 July 2024
Close Date
16 August 202

• Action Management: Planning and prioritizing work, tracking performance, and ensuring alignment with organizational strategies
• People Management: Supporting and encouraging team members, recognizing positive contributions, and managing resources effectively
• Financial Management: Managing budgets, monitoring use of finances, and achieving results within financial constraint