Yukon Government Looking for GRADCORPS: Human Resource Service Representative at Whitehorse, YT Full Time

Are you a post-secondary grad ready to put your education and skills to work for the people of Yukon? The GradCorps program has exciting internships for you – the next generation who will make a difference.

Please see additional program eligibility information below.

The Yukon public service has a unique opportunity for recent graduates who have a post-secondary diploma or degree but lack real-world work experience. With GradCorps, you can kick-start your career while putting your passion, ideas and energy to work with the Yukon public service.

The Public Service Commission has a GradCorps opportunity for a Human Resource Service Representative. For the right candidate, this position offers you the opportunity to develop your skills in human resources, work with a dedicated team, and contribute to the success of the human resource function in Yukon government. If you are excited about the field of human resources, are flexible and not afraid of making changes for the better, and are committed to providing topnotch service to your clients – this may be the position for you!

This position will work for a one-year Term from approximately April 2022 to April 2023. The salary will be 80% of the starting salary – $51,466

For more information on this program, please click here to visit the GradCorps information website, email [email protected] or call (867) 667-9501.

Essential Qualifications

Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If this opportunity interests you, please submit your resume clearly indicating your:

Post-secondary diploma or degree in human resources or a related field is preferred; or completion of a diploma or degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or other field with human resources coursework

Experience working in a client service environment, preferably in an office setting;

Demonstrated interest in developing in the field of human resources, specifically in the area of pay and benefits and high-volume recruitment;

Experience using a variety of computer database and online systems.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
Ability to build strong relationships with clients and provide quality customer service;

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, committed team;

Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail;

Excellent communication skills including tact and confidentiality

Additional Information

NOTE: To qualify for the GradCorps program, you must:

• be a resident of Yukon or a person of Yukon First Nations ancestry*
• have graduated with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution within the past two years (2020, 2021 or 2022 grads – all requirements for graduation must be complete before internship start date)
• have little or no work experience in your field of study
• If you are a resident of Yukon who completed your studies outside of the territory, you may apply up two years after graduation.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

1 December 2021

Close Date

4 January 2022