Mining Lands Officer

Job Summary and Requirements This a full-time (75 hours bi-weekly) TERM position, that ends May 30, . Temporary Assignments may be considered. Established eligibility list may be used for other Mining Lands Officer positions throughout the territory. At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients. Since the Gold Rush of , mining has featured prominently in building and defining the Yukon’s economy, shaping its communities, and contributing to its economic development. In the modern day context, Yukon Government controls and administers its natural resources, including its minerals. The Mineral Resources branch is responsible for administration of the Quartz Mining Act, Placer Mining Act and regulations through the Mining Recorder offices located in Whitehorse, Watson Lake, Dawson, and Mayo. Working as a member of the Mining Recorder’s team, the Mining Lands Officer is responsible for coordinating the mining land use application process; providing information, advice and assistance for the acquisition and security of mineral title to the mining community; and evaluating, processing and making recommendations for the acceptance or rejection of applications. For more information about this position, please contact Sharon Legoffe, Mining Recorder at For more information about the staffing process, please contact Stehanie Aubé, HR Consultant at . Essential Qualifications how to write your resume when applying on Yukon government jobs.  • Post-secondary coursework in natural resource management, mineral exploration, environmental science, business or office administration or a related field; • Working with legislation/regulatory documents, preferably in a government setting; • Experience working in a client service setting, providing information to and working collaboratively with the general public and diverse client groups; • Experience working with the Yukon mining regulatory and assessment processes in the context of land claims (i.e. Umbrella Final Agreement Final Agreements and Yukon First Nation Final Agreements) would be an asset; • Experience working with Indigenous groups to share and gather information on First Nation’s interests, values and concerns would be an asset. Candidates who have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered. Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability Candidates should have and may be assessed on their: Well-developed interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and communication skills Attention to detail Ability to adapt to changing work demands Ability to analyze information and records, and make recommendations based on their findings Ability to accept and process documents, applications and/or payments from members of the public based on set criteria Proficiency in computer programs, including the MS Office suite and database software Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Obtain Notary Public appointment within six months of hire. Eligibility List 12 months Post Date 5 June Close Date 18 June