GRADCORPS - Environmental Compliance Officer

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Yukon is seeking a recent post-secondary graduate for an internship position as an Environmental Compliance Officer. This one-year internship offers hands-on experience, focusing on the development of environmental policies, compliance inspections, and technical reviews. Ideal candidates will have a diploma or degree in a relevant field and will have the opportunity to enhance analytical and research skills. A Yukon Driver’s License is required, and the role involves travel throughout Yukon.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Natural Resources Law Enforcement or related field.
• Coursework or previous experience in procedure, legislation, or regulation development.
• Basic understanding of environmental conditions and inspection principles.
• Experience comparing data to environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of policies and protocols.
• Review technical information related to contaminated sites.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to conduct research and perform analysis

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or degree in related field

Job description

Job Summary and Requirements

Are you a post‑secondary graduate ready to put your education and skills to work for the people of Yukon? The GradCorps program has exciting internships for you – the next generation who will make a difference.

Please see additional program eligibility information below.

The Yukon public service has a unique opportunity for recent graduates who have a post‑secondary diploma or degree but lack real‑world work experience. With GradCorps, you can kick‑start your career while putting your passion, ideas and energy to work with the Yukon public service.

The Department of Environment has a GradCorps internship opportunity for an Environmental Compliance Officer. This position applies and assists with the development of policies and protocols, issues permits, and reviews technical information related to contaminated sites, hydrogeology, and soil science. The employee will have an opportunity to develop existing skills like communication, research and analysis. This position will also ensure the compliance of regulated activities as they relate to the management and protection of land, air and water through inspections, compliance, promotion, enforcement and education.

This position will work for a one‑year term from approximately May 2026 to May 2027. The salary will be 80% of the starting salary – $71,763.

For more information on this program, please click here to visit the GradCorps information website or email [e-mail].

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon government jobs. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. A cover letter is not required.

• Diploma or degree in Natural Resources Law Enforcement, Conservation and Environmental Law Enforcement, Natural Resource Protection, Chemistry, Hydrogeology, Resource Management Officer Technology, Engineering, Environmental or related field.
• Coursework or previous experience related to procedure, legislation or regulation development is an asset. If you have this experience, please be sure to include specific details in your CV or cover letter.
• Basic understanding of environmental conditions and inspection principles is an asset.
• Experience comparing data to environmental standards is considered an asset. If you possess this experience, please highlight it with relevant examples in your CV or cover letter.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to conduct research and perform analysis
• Knowledge or interest in developing standards and/or policy and associated materials
• Knowledge or interest in interpreting and applying rules, legislation and regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships

Additional Information

• Conditions of Employment: Class 5 Yukon Drivers’ License.
• Job Requirements: Must be willing to travel throughout the Yukon. Respond to calls from the Yukon Spill Report Line. This requires availability for shifts covering 24/7 service on a rotational coverage basis.
• NOTE: To qualify for the GradCorps program, you must:

• be a resident of Yukon or a person of Yukon First Nations ancestry*
• have graduated with a diploma or degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution within the past two years (2024, 2025 or 2026 grads – all requirements for graduation must be complete before internship start date)
• have little or no work experience in your field of study
• If you are a resident of Yukon who completed your studies outside of the territory, you may apply up to two years after graduation

*First Nations ancestry may be indicated by surname or by traditional indigenous affiliation.