Community Housing Coordinator

Department

Government of Yukon -> Yukon Housing Corporation - Whitehorse Housing.

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

31 March 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

Classification

AR11

Salary

$74,307.00 - $86,038.00

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

Who we are…

YHC’s vision: To create healthy homes and communities to support Yukoners’ wellbeing and life opportunities.

YHC’s mission: To provide Yukoners with stable, affordable, quality housing that creates opportunity and builds community.

YHC’s values

Improving the client experience: We are committed to continually assessing Yukoners’ housing needs and providing responsive solutions that build connection and community.

Strengthening community wellbeing: We believe in empowering Yukoners by providing a wider range of housing options and helping create a sense of home that supports their wellbeing.

Improving the provider experience: We will lead a strong housing sector with partners who have shared values, driving better outcomes and a healthier future for Yukoners.

Building a sustainable future: We will demonstrate how our annual investments are achieving intended results and improving the wellbeing of Yukoners.

The Housing Operations branch plays a critical role in ensuring effective management of over 900 community housing units across 14 communities, territory wide. The branch is responsible for the day-to-day operations related to community housing, including lease management, rent collection, and support services to tenants to help them maintain their tenancies successfully.

The opportunity…

This competition is to fill a full-time term position until March 31, 2027, working 75 hours bi-weekly. We will also consider applicants interested in filling this position as a temporary assignment.

• For more information about this position, please contact Nicola Campbell, Supervisor, Housing Operations, at ***email_hidden*** or 867-334-6270.
• For more information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Jynessa Kaulback, Human Resources, at [email protected] or 867-456-6155

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca

• Post-Secondary education in social services, social sciences or other related field
• Experience providing client service in a cross-cultural setting to a diverse and vulnerable client group
• Experience composing business correspondence such as letters, court-worthy notes and reports
• Work experience interpreting and enforcing legislation and/or policies to administer programs
• Experience in case management, crisis prevention, mediation, or conflict resolution, preferably in tenant relations or property management context
• Experience working in the area of housing and homelessness is considered an asset

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.Candidates should have and may be assessed on the following:

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on the following:

• Demonstrates client service skills based in social support principles both in office and home settings
• Has strong critical-thinking skills and an innovative approach to problem-solving
• Is comfortable reaching out to multiple resources to provide solutions and options for clients
• Is a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Has strong organizational skills and the ability to remain flexible while managing a large caseload and regularly changing priorities

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid class 5 driver’s license and security clearance including vulnerable sector

Job Requirements: Moderately physical position with occasional walking climbing stairs, and moving boxes of office supplies and/or equipment

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

24 June 2026

Close Date

08 July 2026

Community Housing Coordinator Job Description