Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Information Management

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

10 April 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST14

Salary

$85,225.00 - $98,818.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

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

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 2 term positions working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in Whitehorse with travel to Yukon communities.

Our team

The Information Services unit of Health and Social Services is responsible for the IT operations of the department. We support uses across the territory to allow them to deliver services and support to Yukoners. This is an excellent place to build up current skills and learn a few new ones. You will have the opportunity to work with a large variety of software. If you are looking for work that provides a diverse range of technical support to a variety of health and social services programs all over Yukon and is committed to continuous learning, then this is the place for you!

Your role

The Systems Specialist provides expert technical support and guidance in the analysis, implementation, adaptation, maintenance and operation of a variety of systems to ensure they effectively support service delivery. The Systems Specialist reviews and analyzes existing business processes and procedures and related information in order to make recommendations to improve, implement and/or adapt these ensuring adherence with government standards, processes, policy and legislative requirements.

• For more information on this job, please contact Paul Scholz, Manager of IT****at 867-332-4375 or Paul.Scholz@yukon.ca

• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Darlene Allain, HR Consultant at 867-332-0080 or Darlene.Allain@yukon.ca

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Post-secondary course work, diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information Technology. System administration/management or related field;
• Experience providing client-focused technical support in a service desk environment;
• Experience administering and managing systems maintenance and enhancements; and
• Experience in a Microsoft environment.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications above may be equally considered.

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• The ability to work effectively as a team member in a dynamic and fast-paced multidisciplinary environment is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Conditions of employment

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Occasionally travel within the territory.

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

21 May 2026

Close Date

03 June 2026

Job Description

Systems Specialist job description