Yukon Government is Looking For Airport Security Guard at Whitehorse, YT Full Time

Highways and Public Works

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Yukon’s Department of Highways and Public Works provides services and infrastructure that Yukoners need to go about their daily lives with safety, connectivity, and purpose. Things like roads and bridges, buildings and equipment, airports and government services, and information and communications networks. It’s a big department with many tools and hats. Our work is building the foundations that enable you to enjoy a full life in Yukon, one with freedom and opportunity to travel where you need, to do your job without constraints and to connect with the people that matter to you.

We’re here so you can be there.

The Transportation Division of Highways and Public Works builds and maintains the infrastructure, systems and programs that are critical to a healthy and vibrant Yukon. We employ operators, engineers, analysts, administrators, mechanics, and safety specialists to name a few and we offer many rewarding career opportunities. Our aviation, engineering, maintenance and transport services branches ensure a safe and effective transportation network that connects Yukon to the world and supports economic growth and a healthy society within the territory. We take this responsibility very seriously and we thrive in a challenging environment keeping the Yukon on the move 24/7.

Our people are your people.

We are looking for a team player who is experienced in providing security services in a regulatory setting. This position requires a combination of strong interpersonal skills as well as an eye for detail. The successful candidate will demonstrate pride in providing excellent customer service as well as the ability to remain professional and tactful in challenging situations.

This position is responsible for airport activity surveillance and carrying out safety/security procedures to ensure the safety/security of airport users and personnel.

For information about applying on a Highways and Public Works competition, contact HR Consultant Jody Meir at [email protected]

For more information about this job, contact Jennifer Briere, Manager, Security Operations at [email protected]

Please do not email resumes to either of these addresses; resumes may only be accepted through e-recruitment.

If you need technical support submitting your application/resume, please contact: 867-667-9453 or [email protected].

Essential Qualifications

Review the essential qualifications below. We will screen your resume based on these qualifications.

Valid Transportation Security Clearance upon hire;

Experience in a position of authority focusing on comportment and mitigation of situations involving enforcement, conflict management and anger diffusion;

Experience and/or training in responding to emergency situations;

Experience providing safety and security services in the Aviation industry would be an asset.

If you have these qualifications, ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume.

Prior to applying, refer to our sample resume to assist you in your application.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
Works well under pressure;

Adaptable to changing priorities;

Well-developed interpersonal skills involving professional interactions with the public and industry stakeholders;

Ability to work independently and in a team environment;

Using good judgment.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:
Possess and maintain a valid Transportation Security Clearance, Class “D” Airside Vehicle Operators Permit, Restricted Radio Operators License (must be obtained within 30 days of hire) and Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s licence.

Job Requirements:
Shift work, including working weekends and stat holidays, working in adverse weather conditions and wearing a uniform provided by the department.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

13 September 2023

Close Date

26 September 2023