Jobs at Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government

Directs the development and delivery of heritage, cultural, and Han language programs for the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government. Oversees departmental finances and resources, maintains relationships with Citizens, Council, government departments, other governments, and heritage organizations, and ensures obligations under the TH Final Agreement are met. The role requires expertise in Indigenous government systems, cultural protocols, Traditional Knowledge, heritage legislation, community relationships, Elders, and financial management.

Leads the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government’s administration and implementation of laws, policies, and programs. Advises Council on governance, operations, fiscal management, and strategic priorities; directs senior management and employees; oversees budgets, financial controls, human resources, negotiations, strategic planning, organizational assessments, and intergovernmental relationships. The role requires strong knowledge of Indigenous self-government, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in agreements, culture, traditions, and governance structures.

Provide administrative and clerical support for the TH Government procurement process, including document preparation, records management, tender and contract tracking, vendor and interdepartmental communication, and ensuring compliance with Finance Act and Procurement Policy.

Provide administrative support for travel and finance: process travel claims, book flights and hotels, monitor post-trip reports, assist Financial Services and Procurement Officer with travel-related procurement and recordkeeping, ensure compliance with TH Finance Act and policies, manage confidential information, and meet deadlines.

Auxiliary on-call receptionist reporting to the Executive Assistant. Greet visitors, handle phones and correspondence, maintain organized front desk, manage confidential information, use Microsoft Office tools, and perform general office tasks. Must be punctual, professional under pressure, and able to multitask. Mandatory criminal record check, Class 5 driver’s license, and TH101.

Provide clerical and administrative support to TH Council, Elders Council and Youth Council including meeting administration, minute-taking and transcription, record keeping, event support, research, and general office duties under the Executive Assistant’s supervision.

Manage day-to-day operations of Jeje Zho transitional house and emergency shelter; coordinate program delivery, client supports, and advocacy for men experiencing homelessness; supervise and develop staff; perform client and operational risk assessments; develop and administer funding proposals/agreements; apply trauma-informed, low-barrier, harm-reduction, and restorative justice approaches; maintain reporting and basic office/virtual communications.

Manages the Tr'ondek Hwech'in Whitehorse office as a citizen contact point, providing administrative support, tracking inquiries, maintaining the office and information library, scheduling space, organizing meeting logistics, and supporting Elders (including driving and activity coordination). Maintains knowledge of TH Government programs, Yukon referral networks, and assists staff and Council when working in Whitehorse.

Auxiliary on-call general labourer providing varied support across departments: basic carpentry, moving and assembling furniture, supplies pickup/delivery, using hand and power tools, general maintenance and housekeeping tasks, lifting up to 80 lbs, following directions and procedures. May be placed on an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Assist the Farm Manager with seasonal farm tasks including tilling, planting, weeding, feeding livestock, harvest, inventory, cleaning, basic carpentry, deliveries, maintenance, and occasional sales of farm products. Operate hand and power tools and learn animal husbandry, food storage/preservation, vehicle operation, and basic bookkeeping as required.