Department Government of Yukon -> Public Service Commission - Compensation & Classification - Pay & Benefits Location Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type Permanent End Date Full/Part Time Full-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 75 Classification AR10 Salary $71,322.00 - $82,549.00 Union CON Days Off Saturday/Sunday Travel 10% Admissibility Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service.

For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.

Job Summary and Requirements This posting is to fill one full time, permanent position, working 75 hours biweekly.

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

Committed to Public Service…

At the Government of Yukon, our vision is to create an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners – this vision is close to our hearts in the Public Service Commission. We are passionate about our people, and we strive to build a workplace that’s inclusive, respectful and continuously improving. We do this through maintaining internal HR systems, policies and collective agreements and providing human resources advice and support to departments and employees.

The chance…

The Compensation and Classification branch provides professional and integrated classification, compensation, pay, payroll, pension and benefit administration services to support fair, equitable and consistent compensation for Yukon public service employees. We also administer the terms and conditions of employment for management employees.

The Pay &





Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering and processing employee benefit and compensation entitlements in accordance with collective agreements, as well as federal and territorial legislation and policies. Working in a team environment Pay & Benefit Specialists utilize various resources and computer applications to ensure employees receive correct remuneration and benefits, while supporting employees and departmental HR staff with pay, benefits and leave related matters.

Our ideal candidate is motivated by a fast-paced and deadline driven environment. Your ability to establish relationships and collaborate with others is key to your success. Further, you are adaptable, analytical, and keen to providing excellent client service.

Experience the benefits of a career with Yukon government…

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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Important application requirements:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below.



Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

- Completed coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Payroll/Compensation, or an equivalent program;
- Experience working in a fast-paced office setting, processing high volumes of information and documentation (preferably in a human resource, finance, or pay and benefits environment);
- Experience using a variety of data-entry computer applications, such as PeopleSoft; and
- Experience working with Collective Agreements or Acts and Regulations in either finance or human resources fields, would be considered an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

- Leading Change and Innovation
- Demonstrating Client Focus
- Developing People
- Taking Action & Achieving Results
- Promoting common values and ethics
- Modeling interpersonal skills and personal responsibility
- Thinking Strategically
- Ability to generate solutions to problems
- Ability to gather information effectively
- Ability to pay close attention to details

Additional information

Job requirements

This position is in Whitehorse, Yukon, and requires you to work in the office. Work from home is not available for this role.

Contact details:

If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Kandice Braga at [email protected] or (phone hidden).

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Melissa Wood at [email protected] or 471-0793.

Eligibility List 6 months Post Date 17 September 2026 Close Date 01 October 2026 P&B; Specialist JD

📌 Pay and Benefits Specialist (Whitehorse)
🏢 Yukon Government
📍 Whitehorse