Job Description

STEAM Manager - Youth Moving Mountains Program
Continuing Studies
Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse)
Permanent
Wage: $45.15 - $53.75 hourly
Based on 75 hours bi-weekly
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.127
Closing Date: November 2nd, 2025
**This position is open to Yukon University internal applicants only**
Position Overview
Yukon University's Continuing Studies Division is seeking a skilled and forward-thinking professional to lead our Youth Moving Mountains STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) and Trades programs. The STEAM Manager is responsible for the strategic development, coordination, and continuous refinement of youth programming that includes summer camps, after-school initiatives, educator development, and community outreach.
This role requires strong leadership, effective stakeholder engagement, and a demonstrated ability to design and manage high-quality educational experiences for youth across Yukon. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal departments, Yukon First Nations, educators, and community partners to ensure the delivery of impactful, relevant, and culturally responsive programs.
Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enhance STEAM and Trades programs that reflect the needs and interests of Yukon youth
• Recruit, supervise, and support program staff including coordinators, facilitators, and instructors
• Coordinate programming across Yukon communities in partnership with schools, First Nations governments, and other youth-serving organizations
• Monitor and evaluate program performance using feedback, enrollment data, and community input
• Collaborate with internal departments and faculty to align programming with institutional goals and standards
• Oversee budgets, prepare financial reports, and develop funding proposals in collaboration with coordinators and leadership
• Promote programs through marketing and communications strategies, ensuring accessibility and visibility across Yukon
• Address program concerns or incidents, ensuring alignment with university policies and relevant legislation such as the Child and Family Services Act

Qualifications

• Degree in Education, Recreation, Science, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
• Significant experience developing and delivering youth education or recreation programs
• Proven leadership and staff management capabilities, including training and performance evaluation
• Familiarity with Yukon First Nations communities, values, and approaches to youth programming
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, secure funding, and produce accurate and timely reporting
• Strong communication skills, including intercultural communication and public engagement
• Competence in Microsoft Office and related administrative and project management tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and adapt to evolving needs

For further information, please contact:
Patrick Rouble
Department Head, Continuing Education
Email: prouble@yukonu.ca
Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:
Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.
Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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