Job Description

Senior Assessment Officer

Whitehorse Head Office

Full-time, 2-year term position, working 75 hours bi-weekly

Annual salary range $96,363.77 - $111,404.67

What\'s YESAB?

YESAB is an independent, arms-length body responsible for carrying out the assessment responsibilities under the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act (YESAA). Our commitment is to be an impartial, effective, and efficient organization.

We are a small and passionate team who love the work that we do and the territory in which we live. We are inspired by different ways of knowing and welcome critical thinking and diverse experience to our teams. To learn more about YESAB, visit us at

What\'s this position about?

As a Senior Assessment Officer, you will identify the potential environmental and socio-economic impacts of the proposed Casino Mine, provide environment assessment expertise, and develop recommendations for review by YESAB\'s Executive Committee or Panel. Reporting to the Panel and Hearing Manager, who is the project manager for the Panel Review, the Senior Assessment Officer implements environmental and socio-economic assessment strategies, policies, guidelines, systems, standards, and processes to inform the Panel review.

The Senior Assessment Officer is responsible for:

• Informing the Panel\'s environmental and socio-economic assessments of the proposed Casino Mine
• Providing input into the development of information requests
• Preparing detailed reports that clearly present assessment outcomes
• Communicating Panel Review assessment processes with First Nations, Yukon Government, Government of Canada, community members, project proponents, stakeholder groups, and the public
• Participating in and supporting the Panel & Hearing Manager and Panel members during community meetings, public hearings, or technical workshops.

What knowledge, skills and abilities do I need for this role?

Having a degree in Environmental Science, Social Science or a similar degree, with general knowledge of Yukon Environment and Socio-economic Assessment Act, as well as Yukon First Nations and First Nations Agreements, is required. Recent experience in completing environmental and socio-economic assessments is an asset, as is experience in one or more of the three following knowledge areas:

• Socio-cultural valued components
• Wildlife
• Aquatic resources

Strong conflict resolution, organizational, and negotiation skills will contribute to the success of this position. Experience in managing special projects involving complex issues would be a strong preference to excel and support the collective YESAB team. If you are interested in working as a part of the Panel Review team, value fairness and transparent assessment processes, and you like working in cross-cultural environment, then this position is meant for you!

How do I apply?

Visit YESAB\'s dedicated platform to submit your application and view the comprehensive .

As part of this recruitment process candidates may be required to complete a work simulation exercise to assess proper job fit and ability.

A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.

Applications must be received by April 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm Yukon Standard Time.

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

Collection, use and retention of personal information will be in accordance with YESAB\'s privacy policies and practices. By submitting your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 and personal information and/or participating in our interview process, you acknowledge and consent to YESAB\'s collection, use and disclosure of your personal information to determine your suitability for this employment opportunity

Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board