Assistant Deputy Minister, Programs and Services - Jobs in Yellowknife, NT

Job Description

Department InformationThe Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/Job InformationAre you a leader and visionary interested in exploring an exciting opportunity in one of Canada’s most beautiful, vibrant, and culturally rich northern citiesThis role is located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, a city situated on the Canadian Shield on the shores of Great Slave Lake, the tenth largest lake in the world. The city has a population of about 20,000 residents surrounded by an abundance of wilderness with an endless number of hiking, paddling, and camping options, not to mention World-Class trophy fishing. A little closer to home you’ll find all the amenities of a big city, without the traffic. There are year-round outdoor (and indoor) activities, a wide variety of individual and team sports leagues, numerous community events, and a lively art scene. In winter, enjoy spectacular nights of dazzling auroras in our northern skies – visible 240 nights of the year. Embrace the season with activities like ice fishing, skating, dogsledding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Upon moving to Yellowknife, you’ll find a welcoming community that quickly becomes home.The Programs and Services area provides a broad range of expert and professional services to support the business of government for all GNWT departments, boards and agencies as well as the public and is highly internal and external client service focused. In this role, you will be providing leadership and oversight for the delivery of programs and services to the Directors of Information Technology; Corporate Information Management; Compliance and Licensing; and Air, Marine and Safety. The position also oversees the department’s overall Occupational Health and Safety Program.Additional responsibilities include:

• overseeing the establishment and operation of stand-alone business structures within the department including Fuel Services and Marine Transportation Services.
• delivering essential public services to northern communities and destinations dependent upon the public sector for the provision of fuel for heating and power generation as well as for the marine delivery of dry cargo
• working in collaboration with the ADM, Asset Management and ADM, Regional Operations to provide a high level of fully integrated planning, technical and administrative support to front line regional program delivery services at all times.

Experience and Qualifications:

• A relevant degree; and,
• 10 (ten) years of experience in an infrastructure system environment, including four years at a senior management (i.e., Director) level.

Here are a few reasons why we think you should choose to work with us at the GNWT:

• Generous Leave Allowances - Employees earn 21.5 days off during their first year of employment, this is on top of mandatory leave, special leave and even winter bonus days!
• Training Opportunities - Employees are offered many different online and in-person training opportunities, and additional professional development is available on a case-by-case basis.
• Benefits and Pension - Employees receive Health and Dental benefits, group insurance benefits plans, access to health and wellness programs, and are part of a defined pension plan administered by the Government of Canada.
• Incredibly Short Commutes - Most Yellowknife residents enjoy some of the shortest (8 - 12 minute) commute times in the country.
• Relocation Assistance – We will arrange and pay for your move to Yellowknife.

For information about living and working in the City of Yellowknife please visit www.yellowknife.ca or http://spectacularnwt.com/destinations/yellowknife.GNWT InquiriesInquiries Only:Department of FinanceGovernment of the Northwest TerritoriesYELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOORBOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106Fax (867) 873-0445jobsyk@gov.nt.caNote: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.Quick Apply

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