This posting is to fill one (1) full-time two year term position. This is competition is scheduled to close on October 24th, 2025. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application. Resumes will be regularly screened until the position is closed.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. However, preference will be given to C/TFN Citizens, associate members and Indigenous Candidates.
Carcross/Tagish Mission Statement
The Carcross/Tagish First Nation is mandated to protect the environment, health and wellness, education and aboriginal rights of our citizens; to continue to preserve and protect our culture, traditions, and languages; to protect and develop and our natural resources and strengthen our economy and the Carcross/Tagish First Nation Government for our future generations.
Your Role
Reporting to the Manager of Natural Resources, the Environmental Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and project management of a variety of environmental monitoring and natural resource initiatives, including but not limited to salmon conservation. This role supports C/TFN’s stewardship responsibilities through both field and office-based work, ensuring that projects align with C/TFN values, legal frameworks, and cultural priorities. The coordinator works collaboratively with internal departments, community members, and external agencies, and plays a key role in maintaining compliance with environmental legislation, supporting field staff, and representing C/TFN at co-management tables.
Your Benefits
We are pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, and ample job opportunities for professional growth. In addition, we provide a gas stipend for those who live more than 25kms from Carcross, and contributions to RRSP’s ensuring that you are supported both professionally and personally. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Project manage a range of environmental monitoring and natural resource initiatives, including C/TFN’s salmon-related work. This includes representing C/TFN at relevant tables, applying for and managing project funding, organizing and participating in fieldwork, and ensuring timely delivery of project objectives.
- Develop, implement and evaluate environmental monitoring programs in collaboration with the Natural Resources Manager
- Prepare reports, records, and documentation such as progress updates, briefing notes, and project schedules. Present reports to the Land Management Board when requested by the Natural Resources Manager.
- Conduct joint environmental assessments and/or inspections on proposed land dispositions, development proposals, and consultations
- Assist in the development of policies related to wildlife, environmental protection, and ecological legislation
- Monitor environmental compliance, conduct site inspections, respond to wildlife complaints, and document nuisance wildlife reports
- Immediately report complaints, incidents, or wildlife-related issues requiring senior administrative attention to the Natural Resources Manager, Office Administrator, or the relevant C/TFN department
- Provide support for field research conducted by Environmental Monitors and contractors, including desktop and on-site research, project reviews, land applications, and data collection
- Participate in daily or weekly briefings with the Natural Resources Manager or delegate to review current work plans and goals
- Communicate any changes to the schedule promptly to the Natural Resources Manager
- Develop, implement, and maintain safety protocols for ongoing projects and activities
- Support and mentor Environmental Technicians, providing guidance and assistance in the field and office as needed.
Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume, clearly highlighting how you meet the qualifications outlined below. Candidates selected for further consideration will be based solely on the information provided in your resume.
- Degree or Diploma in Renewable Resources, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences or related fields (or equivalent experience) is strongly preferred.
- Minimum two years government or field experience (for example, Conservation Officer, Park Ranger/warden) may be considered.
- Prior experience supervising field staff will be considered an asset.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability
- Experience supervising field staff will be considered an asset.
- Experience in enforcement, note taking and legislation compliance is an asset.
- A Valid Drivers Licence is Mandatory. Certifications in ATV, Snow-machine, Pleasure Craft/ Boat Operators card, and PAL is mandatory, under certain circumstances Pleasure Craft, ATV & Boat Certificates can be obtained in 3-6 months of hire, acknowledging the seasons and ability to obtain.
- Experience in enforcement, note taking and legislation compliance.
- Knowledge of Yukon First Nation Final Agreements is required.
- Knowledge of C/TFN history, culture, demographics, goals and aspirations.
- Conflict resolution skills are an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong time management, organization and prioritizing skills.
- Ability to arrange, set up, coordinate and facilitate various workshops.
- Strong computer skills including, Word Processing, Spreadsheets (data entry and processing), email, GPS, Internet use and knowledge, databases, and or Google Earth and related governments map-viewer programs.
- Ability to meet critical deadlines and to problem solve.
- Ability to relate to issues and remain tactful in stressful situations and respond to enquiries professionally.
- Ability to handle crisis situations, difficult people, behaviour and stressful deadlines.
Conditions of Employment
- RCMP Criminal record check
- Verification of post secondary education (if applicable)
- Valid drivers license
Please note, there is no relocation assistance provided with this position.
Please submit your application by email to [email protected] with the competition number and name in the subject line.