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October 1, 2024

Yukon Government

Whitehorse

FULL TIME


Wildland Fire Risk Management Specialist


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.

Your impact
The role of a Community Services employee reaches across the territory. Your strong will to better your community will empower Yukoners to lead healthy, productive, and resilient lives through accessible and integrated programs.

About the branch:
The Wildland Fire Management (WFM) branch contributes to the protection of people, property and the development of sustainable, fire resilient Yukon communities and infrastructure. WFM directly maintains and oversees the safe training and operational practices, and values natural ecological processes to ensure operational efficiency within the territory.

About the job:
Reporting to the Manager of Operations - Incident Management, the Wildfire Risk Management Specialist is responsible for the design, development and implementation of community wildfire risk reduction plans. This position is also responsible for producing Fire Behaviour Specialist products, and developing and implementing integrated wildland fire management programming for the Yukon.

Additional Information:
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.

What you need to consider:
  • Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system.
  • Resumes are assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience.
  • Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
  • Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.
Essential Qualifications:
  • Post-secondary education in natural sciences or renewable resources management, or a related field.
  • Significant work experience working in wildland fire management
  • Advanced Wildland Fire Behaviour (S-490) national training course
  • Significant experience filling senior fire command and duty officer positions
  • Experience writing prescribed burn plans and conducting prescribed burns
  • Significant experience using project or risk management methodologies
  • Experience as an Ignition Specialist
Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the above qualifications may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability:
These are competencies and/or job specific proficiencies that are effective to be successful in the role.
  • Experience in the incident command system and the operation of an emergency operations centre
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Experience engaging with First Nations and communities on the topic of Emergency Management
  • Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrates sounds analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to research and analyze information

Contact info:
For more information about the role, please contact: Carl Cibart, Manager of Operations – Incident Management at Carl.Cibart@yukon.ca.
For more information about the organization and recruitment process, please contact: Tim Litster, HR – Manager at Tim.Litster@yukon.ca.


Eligibility List
6 months
Post Date
01 October 2024
Close Date
18 October 2024

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