Assistant Deputy Minister - Social Services

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yukon Public Service is seeking a Senior Leader for Health and Social Services to lead operational branches and ensure strategic direction. The ideal candidate should possess post-secondary education in health science or public administration, along with extensive experience in senior management in health or social services. This role emphasizes teamwork, navigating complex issues, and fostering a culture of engagement. This position is based in Whitehorse, Yukon, offering a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Financial and non-financial benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior management or executive experience in health or social services.
• Experience in leading diverse teams and complex programs.
• Ability to navigate politically sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership for the division’s operational branches.
• Set strategic direction and ensure operational excellence.
• Serve as a key member of the senior management team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team motivation

Public administration

Education

Post secondary education in health science administration or public administration

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

This competition is to fill a four-year term position. The eligibility list established through this process may be used to fill anticipatory permanent positions within the department of Health and Social Services.

In addition, this competition will be used to certify candidates in the Government of Yukon’s Assistant Deputy Minister Registry.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Who We Are

Health and Social Services is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Yukoners. Our team is creative, innovative, and takes pride in collaborating with our clients and business partners to collectively enhance the well‑being of Yukon citizens. The Social Services Division provides a range of social supports and services to help individuals and families including financial, shelter and supportive care, with focus toward helping people with disabilities and adults unable to protect themselves. The division delivers services that protect, strengthen, and support children, youth, families and communities through the Child and Family Services Act, and provides secure and community‑based services for youth under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

This opportunity

Reporting to the Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, this position provides senior leadership for the division’s operational branches: Division Support Services, Family & Children’s Services and Social Supports Branch. The role sets strategic direction, ensures operational excellence, and serves as a key member of the department’s senior management team.

• For more information about this posting, the recruitment process, or the Assistant Deputy Ministers Registry, please contact: Kirk Malach, Director- Staffing Management & Shared Services at [e-mail].

Important Application And Job Requirements

Essential qualifications

• Post secondary education with a focus on health science administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Recent senior management or executive experience, including leading diverse teams and complex programs, preferably in a health, social services, or related public sector setting.
• Experience leading strategic planning initiatives across multiple divisions and programs.
• Recent experience providing strategic advice on and navigating politically sensitive and complex issues.

Candidates who have education, training and experience equivalent to the essential questions, listed above, may be equally considered.

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

Our ideal candidate is committed to developing people, motivating teams, and creating a culture that supports and fosters an engaged workforce. They demonstrate a commitment to the people we serve, communities, First Nation partners while leading with humility, cultural safety, inspiring trust, respectful, and a creating safe workplace. They are committed to good management practices and efficient use of public resources, continuous improvement, innovation and public service values. They champion innovation and lead change with courage and sound judgment, ensuring decisions align with organizational and departmental priorities and values. They build strong partnerships with Yukon First Nations and non-governmental organizations, support diverse groups, and navigate complex, high-profile environments, while balancing competing priorities with integrity and accountability.

The Yukon government’s Core Competencies Framework represents a government-wide commitment to leadership excellence at all levels of the organization.

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Job Requirements

• Travel within and outside the territory.

Your Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. More information can be found here.

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

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• Yukon Life
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Learn more

For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [e-mail] or phone [phone].

Eligibility List 12 months