Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Environmental Health

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

15 September 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST16

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

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 .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting

This posting will be used to fill one (1) term full-time position ending September 15, 2028, working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill future similar permanent and term positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon .

Who we are

Environmental Health Services (EHS) works to protect the health and safety of the public across a wide variety of program areas including food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, housing, recreational facilities, rabies control, tobacco and vaping control and personal services. To achieve the goal of protecting public health, EHS follows a progressive enforcement strategy to ensure compliance to requirements under the Public Health and Safety Act,



local and national standards, guidelines, and public health best practices. You will be part of a team that actively identifies hazards in recreational, commercial and industrial premises through various activities including performing inspections so businesses can reopen and stay open.

Your role

The Environmental Health Officer (EHO) is responsible for the protection of public health and safety through the development and implementation of a broad range of risk-based programs, enforcement of legislation, participation on national and local committees, contribution to departmental and inter-departmental activities, and other related duties.

The ideal candidate is a confident and cooperative professional who can build positive relationships while effectively administering and enforcing legislation. You are skilled at assessing risk, solving complex problems, communicating technical information to diverse audiences, and exercising sound judgment in situations that may have significant public health implications. You are comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities, and making evidence-based decisions to protect public health and safety.

- For more information on this job, please contact Chris Faloon, Manager, Environmental Health Services at or




- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at or

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Important application and job requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health (or a relevant degree from a BoC-accredited program);
- Current CIPHI(C) certification by the Board of Certification, Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors;.
- A member in good standing of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors;
- Recent experience conducting public health inspections in a variety of program areas (e.g., food safety, drinking water, sewage disposal, personal services, etc.);
- Experience using Hedgehog, Amanda or other health inspecti

📌 Environmental Health Officer (Whitehorse)
🏢 Government of Yukon
📍 Whitehorse