Position: Director Public Works & Municipal Services – PWMS
Department: Public works and Municipal Services
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: Salary: LT-2, $53.39 – $75.09 per hour
Posting Date: October 02, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Overview
From the shores of Kluane Lake to the far reaches of the St. Ellias and Ruby Mountain ranges, is A
sì Keyi: “My Grandfather’s Country”. The Kluane Lake area is the traditional territory of the
Lhù’ààn Mân Ku Dań: “the Kluane Lake People”.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Public Works and Municipal Services (PWMS) Director is
responsible for the overall administration of the KFN PWMS Department. The Director will provide
management and direction for housing, capital projects, and public works. The Director is also
responsible for leading capital planning, departmental budget planning, and securing project
funding.
Duties
- Direct, monitor, and oversee all the activities of the PWMS Department.
- Lead the restructuring of the PWMS department, its roles, and responsibilities based on the
recent evaluation and the Council’s strategic priorities. - Develop and implement a housing and infrastructure strategy for the Traditional Territory in
consultation with Council, Elders, other KFN departments, Citizens, and other local people. - Prepare an annual department plan and an operating and capital budget for Council approval based
on
Council’s strategic priorities. - Provide ongoing needs assessments for housing, capital infrastructure, and public
works. - Establish and oversee the implementation of health and safety standards and requirements for all
department employees and workspaces, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, safety
meetings, initiatives, and compliance. - Ensure staff is sufficiently trained to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a safe
and productive manner and in accordance with regulations. - Resolve any issues with contractors or work crews.
- Develop policies for determining housing allocation, renovation priorities, and construction
priorities. - Develop and schedule maintenance and replacement procedures for buildings and other assets owned
by KFN. - Develop new housing initiatives.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, or a related,
relevant field. - 5 years experience in public works, financial management, strategic planning, project
development and management. - 5 years experience in construction management or a related field; will be considered as
equivalent to formal training.
Conditions of Employment - Verification of education credentials
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Valid Cass 4 driver’s license or willingness to obtain within 90 days of employment
- Current Driver’s Abstract
- Criminal Records Check.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
- Knowledge of Yukon First Nation history, culture, and traditions.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor staff.
- Ability to resolve conflicts positively and constructively.
- Knowledge of drinking water and waste handling safety procedures and regulations.
- Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and preferably also
experience in using project management, property management, or construction industry software)
Job Requirements - Ability to work extra hours as required to accomplish the goals of the position.
- Ability to travel within and outside the Yukon Territory.
Submit applications to hr.manager@kfn.ca no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. We appreciate
your application; however, only qualifying candidates will be contacted.
NOTE: Current employees, KFN citizens and community members will be considered as Internal
applicants.
