Yukon Government Hiring For Assistant Manager – Whitehorse Airport at Whitehorse, YT Full Time

Highways and Public Works – who we are

Employees at Highways and Public Works are responsible for ensuring safe and efficient public highways, airstrips, buildings, and information systems. Our collective vision is to make a difference in the lives of Yukoners. At all levels of our organization, we value leadership, innovation, teamwork, and keeping our people safe. Our priorities are to be client focused, to support our people, to build sustainably, and to advance reconciliation throughout Yukon.

This opportunity…

The Transportation Aviation Branch is responsible for the management, development and maintenance of the Yukon Government aviation system, which includes 5 certified airports and 23 registered aerodromes. Driven by a commitment to safety and security, efficient and effective programing and progressive leadership, the Aviation Branch is a dedicated and professional team.

Reporting to the Manager, Whitehorse Airport, this position collaborates with branch program areas and is responsible for assisting the Manager in monitoring the day-to-day operations and services at the Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport. This position will ensure completion of necessary corrective actions in areas such as administration, airport safety and security, airside and groundside maintenance, apron management, land and building space assignments, property management services, and air carrier/aviation service provider activities.

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Essential Qualifications (what we’re looking for in your resume):

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

• Experience managing day to day operations of an organization/program area in a heavily regulated industry, preference given to experience in aviation
• Experience developing, implementing and continually evaluating programs and services
• Experience collaborating with external stakeholder groups and building partnerships
• Experience creating and establishing procedures, guidelines and communication chains within an organization with multiple program areas
• Experience managing a complex operation in a dynamic and fast paced environment

If your resume shows education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above, your application may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability (what candidates will be assessed on):

Candidates will be assessed against Yukon government’s Core Competency Framework. The competency model consists of the following eight competencies:

• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics
• Developing People
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Leading Change and Innovation

Conditions of Employment

• Possess valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence
• Acquire and Maintain a YG Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (within 6 months of employment)
• Acquire Transport Canada Aerodrome Security Clearance (within 6 months of employment)

Job Requirements

• Travel Throughout Yukon and Canada

Additional Information

• Find out what we offer our employees
• See why Yukon government has been identified as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers since 2014

Questions?

If you have questions about this position, please contact Nigel Cripps, Manager, Whitehorse Airport at [email protected]

If you have questions about applying on a job with Yukon government or if you need an accommodation for this staffing process, please contact Kylie Townend, HR Consultant at [email protected]