Whitehorse, YT Full Time
(Level 9) plus benefits
Other
Management
Financial, Legal & Professional Services
Duration
Permanent
Closing Date
Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at 4:30pm
Job Level
Director
Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
Kwanlin Dün is a self-governing First Nation with our Traditional Territory covering and extending beyond the borders of Whitehorse, Yukon’s capital city. We signed our Final and Self-Government agreements in 2005. These modern treaties give us the power to make our own decisions about what happens with our land, resources, governance, programs and services. We are focused on exercising the power of these agreements to build a bright future for our citizens, our communities and Yukon as a whole.
The Kwanlin Dün government takes direction from a wholly elected Council. We are centred in the Whitehorse suburb of McIntyre. Kwanlin Dün provides a number of programs and services, including culturally relevant health and wellness care through our Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre and citizen support tailored to our unique needs through our innovative Community Safety Officer program.
You can find out more about our people, our government and our history at kwanlindun.com.
Position Overview:
The Kwanlin Dün government is seeking a skilled, compassionate, energetic, community-minded Justice Director to join our team. This position reports to the Executive Director and works alongside our other departmental directors.
The Justice Director is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with partners and stakeholders, and leading a skilled team of about 30 people who deliver a wide range of justice-related, legal, and child and family supports, including youth recreation. Work in our Justice department also focuses on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, shining light on Yukon’s MMIWG2S+, enhancing community safety and citizen support, restorative justice, and other programs and services.
Essential Qualifications:
Post-Secondary education in Criminology, Law/Aboriginal Justice, or related field
Demonstrated progressive experience in the justice field
Knowledge of alternative and restorative justice measures
Experience with leading and managing projects, policy development and implementation
Successful experience working in family law, criminal law, child welfare, youth justice, adult protection, probations and community wellness
Experience in financial management
Ability to lead, support and mentor a skilled team
Good problem-solving skills
Experience with mediation and conflict resolution
Good writing skills and the ability to present information for decision making
Ability to work in partnership with other criminal justice agencies, First Nations and the RCMP
Working knowledge and practical application of community justice philosophies, the Criminal Code of Canada, and related Acts, such as the Youth Criminal Justice Act, and the Child and Family Services Act
Knowledge of Yukon-specific Acts, other justice and child and family supports and their specific practices in Yukon is an asset
Knowledge of land-claim and self-government agreements is an asset
Knowledge of Indigenous history, residential and child welfare systems and familiarity with Kwanlin Dün First Nation history and culture is an asset
An equivalent combination of significant post-secondary schooling (relevant Diploma and coursework) combined with significant experience in the areas identified above will equally be considered.
Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
Conditions of Employment: Acceptable criminal record check w/vulnerable sector search; valid Yukon class 5 driver license and personal transportation.
Job Requirements: Travel, willingness to work weekends or after hours.
Additional Application Instructions
Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources via fax (867-633-8414), or via email to [email protected] Note: For those submitting applications via email, you will receive a manual response stating that your email has been received. If you do not receive this manual response, please contact the Human Resources Unit at 867-633-7800. For a full job description, please access one on our website at http://www.kwanlindun.com/employment We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Note: The KDFN Hiring Preference Policy is in effect. KDFN reserves the right to underfill this position. An eligibility list may be established from this competition to hire identical or similar positions in the future. Note: Temporary Assignments from other governments and organizations are open for discussion & consideration. Please ensure you have supervisor approval before applying.
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