Licensing and Compliance Officer

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yukon Liquor Corporation invites applications for a Licensing and Compliance Officer in Whitehorse, Yukon. This role reports to the Director of Regulatory Services and focuses on promoting and verifying compliance with the Liquor Act, Cannabis Control and Regulation Act, and related regulations.

The position involves reviewing licence applications, conducting inspections, investigations, and guiding applicants to ensure regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Liquor Act, Cannabis Control and Regulation Act and related regulations.
• Ability to review and assess licence applications for compliance.
• Experience conducting inspections and investigations in a regulatory environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and ability to explain complex regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and verify compliance with Liquor Act, Cannabis Control and Regulation Act and regulations.
• Review liquor and cannabis licence applications, conduct inspections and investigations, and prepare recommendations and reports.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory reporting

Inspection & investigations

Policy interpretation

Oral and written communication

Decision making

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Licensing and Compliance Officer - (69226)

Government of Yukon -> Yukon Liquor Corporation - Licensing and Inspections

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

03 August 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR13

$81,258.00 - $94,165.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

As Per Rotation

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

This is a full-time, 9-month Term anticipatory perm, working 75 hours bi-weekly on an averaging of hours schedule. Temporary Assignments will be considered.

Who we are…

The Yukon Liquor Corporation strives for service excellence that supports a healthy, vibrant and prosperous Yukon. Our mission is to offer customers legal access to a variety of liquor and cannabis products while considering the wellbeing and economic prosperity of the territory. The Corporation’s branches work to support Yukon’s food and beverage industry, cannabis market, and local liquor producers through a range of programs and services. We continuously evolve our business structure to improve the way we operate our Whitehorse Liquor Store, central warehouse and five rural community Liquor Stores in Dawson City, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, and Watson Lake. Join us; help us to advance the Corporation and serve Yukon!

The opportunity…

This position reports to the Director of Regulatory Services and is responsible for promoting and verifying compliance with the requirements of the Liquor Act, Cannabis Control and Regulation Act, and associated regulations. The position reviews and processes liquor and cannabis licence applications, conducts inspections, investigations and compliance activities, prepares recommendations and reports, and provides guidance to applicants seeking liquor permits to support compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.

What we can offer you…

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

T o best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Taking Action & Achieving Results
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Developing People
• Strong oral, written, and communication skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain impartial, and make decisions based on evidence, legislation, and established criteria.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and process complex information while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage workloads effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and files simultaneously.

Additional information

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Clear criminal records check– including a vulnerable sectors check.
• Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license.

Job requirements:

You must be willing to communicate with and provide services to clients demonstrating challenging and at times violent and verbal abusive behaviors. During work hours you may be exposed to and deal with significant work hazards and stressful situations, such as intoxicated patrons; noisy, dark and poorly ventilated premises.

• Willingness and ability to work in,and travel to,Yukon communities in all seasons,approximately 10-15 times a year (from2 to 14 days) by aircraft or vehicle.
• The position consistently is required to perform evening inspections of licensed premises alone and on a regular basis which requires working late evenings, until after midnight and on weekend shifts & statutory holidays.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact : Raymond Sherwood, Director Regulatory Services at [e-mail] .

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Hailey Spears, Human Resources Consultant at [e-mail] .