Job Description:
Job posting closes: August 7th, 2026 at 5:00pm Yukon Standard Time
At our core, the City of Whitehorse is committed to cultivating an inclusive employee community and workspace, confronting racism and biases for fairness and equity, while advancing reconciliation and accessibility.
The City promotes work-life balance for its employees and offers flexible work arrangements, such as work-from-home and compressed work weeks, subject to applicable administrative directives.
An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term or casual vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going to the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.
The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected to advance in the recruitment will be contacted. Note that only those candidates eligible to legally work in Canada will be considered.
The incumbent provides professional and administrative support in developing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating youth oriented recreation programming. The incumbent also connects with at-risk youth to provide support and resources. The incumbent provides professional and administrative support in developing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating youth oriented recreation programming. The incumbent also connects with at-risk youth to provide support and resources.
(This description contains elements necessary for the identification and evaluation of the job. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.)
- Coordinates and implements a variety of land-based cultural, community recreation and wellness programs for youth.
- Provides guidance, orientation, coordination and scheduling for recreation program instructors, leaders, support workers, volunteers and staff as required.
- Coordinates the involvement of Elders in programming, ensuring that programming is culturally relevant.
- Collaborates with other community organizations to provide comprehensive support for youth.
- Develops restorative policies and processes for youth, to allow for continued access to programming.
- Performs administrative duties including conducting research, compiling statistics and preparing reports.
- Works collaboratively with other Recreation Coordinators in planning and modifying programming as youth programs develop and grow.
- Actively connects and networks with various organizations within the Territory, including Yukon First Nation governments, community organizations, and specific partnerships identified in strategic plans and funding objectives.
- Follows, so far as is reasonably practicable, established safety procedures and standards.
- Act for Program Leadhand when required.
- Other related duties as required.
Job Requirements:
Majority of the work is performed under a public recreation setting environment with some exposure to noisy conditions and bodily fluids. Evening and weekend work is required.
- Diploma in Recreation and Leisure, Outdoor Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- A minimum of 2 years’ progressive experience and 2 months on the job experience.
- Standard First Aid Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector check.
- Experience leading and supervising groups of various ages during recreational activities.
- Knowledge of community organizations offering recreation and youth services in the territory.
- Knowledge of traditional and cultural activities related to recreational, health and wellness programming.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of youth development principles and practices.
- Comprehension of restorative principles and practices.
- Good organizational and prioritization skills, ability to multitask with minimal supervision.
- Good written and oral communication skills to develop communication materials.
- Class 5 driver’s license.
- Class 4 driver’s license is an asset.
- 40 Hour Wilderness First Aid is an asset.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Vehicle, first aid equipment and general office equipment including computer skills to operate software programs related to ERP systems, spreadsheets, word processing, electronic mail, power point, etc.
Shortlisted candidates who require accommodation or have accessibility needs during the selection process are encouraged to reach out to the Recruiter and make requests to ensure their full participation. The City of Whitehorse is committed to reviewing requests and making arrangements for reasonable accommodation and accessibility requests. You may email to name of recruiter @whitehorse.ca and [email protected].
Job seekers are required to create an online profile and submit their application electronically through the City's online Applicant system via www.whitehorse.ca/careers. Instructions on applications are provided at https://www.whitehorse.ca/our-government/employment/how-to-apply/. If you have any further questions regarding this posting, please contact the recruiter at [email protected].
To apply for this position, you are required to submit your resume.
Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the recruiting process.
At the time this posting closes, candidates must have valid and current licenses/certifications/education that match the position requirements. Candidates who are selected to continue with the recruiting process will be required to provide proof of qualifications during their interview.
