Government of Yukon’s Justice Department based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Maintenance enforcement officer. Government of Yukon’s Justice Department oversees legal and judicial affairs in Yukon, managing courts, legal aid services, and correctional facilities. It ensures fair administration of justice, supports community justice initiatives, and provides legal advice to government agencies. The department plays a pivotal role in upholding public safety, promoting access to justice, and fostering Indigenous reconciliation in the territory. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Yukon
Department: Justice
Division: Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP)
Position: Maintenance enforcement officer
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $81258.00 – $94165.00 yearly
Employment Type: Temporary/Full time
Classification: AR13
Union: YEU
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shift: 75 Hours Bi-weekly
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: 53258
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of post-secondary coursework in law and business
Experience: Candidates should have experience working in a legal environment researching, interpreting, and applying legislation
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have the ability to work under stress due to enforcement of court orders, high volume, and complex caseloads
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience with financial processes and experience with a collections agency or department and Notary Public certification within 6 months of the start date
- The candidates should have experience in a professional, client-oriented service and experience working within the Yukon justice system and knowledge of the Courts education, training, and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above
- The candidates should have the ability to assess reasonable financial payment arrangements and understand the impact of those decisions and ability to enforce collection arrangements and orders
- The candidates should have strong organization skills, strong time management skills and strong communication skills both written and verbal are
- The candidates should have the ability to work with potentially volatile and emotional situations
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to embrace the principles outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report, ‘Honouring the Truth, Reconciling the Future,’ and apply them daily in their interactions and work within the Department of Justice
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate a commitment to ongoing education on First Nations history and actively contribute to fostering reconciliation with First Nations members in the Yukon
- The candidates should be able to encourage innovative thinking among colleagues and actively participate in initiatives that drive meaningful change towards reconciliation
- The candidates should be able to work collaboratively within their team and across branches to fulfill the department’s collective objective of serving the public
- The candidates should be able to uphold empathy, inclusion, integrity, respect, and professionalism in all interactions, recognizing the diverse responsibilities and clientele of the DOJ
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate initiative and creativity in improving the services provided by the DOJ and adapting to changing environments
- The candidates should be able to enhance internal and external communication within the DOJ, promoting information sharing, dispelling misconceptions, and fostering public appreciation for the department’s work
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!