Transportation and Facilities Officer - (63645)

This competition is to fill 1 PERMANENT position, working 75 hours biweekly.

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.
Our department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of our diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Operations team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Transportation and Facilities Officer position is responsible for administering and resolving school and branch related transportation issues; prepares and approves student transportation bus schedules, routes, and manifests; oversees the preparation and administration of Yukon-wide educational facility and transportation contracts within the branch’s mandate; administers the Whitehorse transit bus pass program; and maintains frequent communication with parents, departmental staff, and external partners. The successful applicant will join a small but strong team with great camaraderie in an extremely fast-paced work environment, where collaboration and team work is an everyday occurrence.

You can learn more about salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website.

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

•    Experience providing prompt administrative support to a variety of clients and stakeholders, including responding to urgent requests received by phone, in-person, or email.
•    Experience managing a variety of logistical information, such as school bus schedules, routes, and manifests.      
•    Experience using a wide variety of computer programs, applications, or software such as computerized financial systems (Quest and Front End Financial), Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint to create tracking systems 
•    Experience managing and preparing contracts with service providers, such as busing companies and bus manufacturers would be 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

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

•    Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
•    Thinking Strategically
•    Promoting Common Values and Ethics
•    Taking action and Achieving results 
•    Demonstrate client focus
•    Strong Communication skills
•    Strong Organizational skills
 

Additional information

Job Requirements:
•    This position works onsite in an on-site office environment

For more information about this position, please contact: Mike Hebb, Director, Operations at Mike.Hebb@yukon.ca 

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Desiree Martsinkiw, Manager, Human Resources at Desiree.Martsinkiw@yukon.ca 

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below!  

•    Benefits and leave
•    Flexible working
•    Learning and development
•    Diversity and inclusion
•    Health and wellbeing
•    Terms of employment

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