Divisional Office Manager

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Join Our Team as a Divisional Office Manager

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role at the heart of environmental protection and waste management? We are looking for an organized, proactive, and detail-oriented professional to keep our division running smoothly and efficiently.

As the Divisional Office Manager, you will be the go-to person for ensuring seamless operations in our Yellowknife office. You will work closely with the Director of Environmental Protection and Waste Management, providing essential administrative support, coordinating projects, and managing critical information systems, including our electronic hazardous waste and spills databases.

This is more than just an office role; you will be a key player in supporting environmental initiatives, responding to public inquiries, and conducting research that helps shape decisions. Plus, you will supervise one employee who assists with data entry, giving you leadership experience in a collaborative environment.

What makes this role exciting?

• Be at the center of environmental action in the North.
• Work directly with senior leadership and make an impact.
• Enjoy a varied role that blends administration, research, and public engagement.
• Lead and mentor a team member while managing important data systems.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, love problem-solving, and want a role where your work matters, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Typically, the qualifications for this position would be attained by a grade 12 diploma, secretarial diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, along with a minimum of two (2) years of progressive related experience supporting senior executives.

Equivalencies:

• Grade 12 Diploma and four (4) years of relevant experience, supporting senior executives
• Business Administration degree or relevant with one (1) year of relevant experience supporting senior executives

Relevant Education:

• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Organizational Management
• Office Administration

Relevant Experience:

• Supporting Senior Executives which include Director level positions

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel Extension 14106
Fax

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.