Operations Coordinator

First Nation School Board•Whitehorse, YT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring the First Nation School Board operates smoothly, safely, and efficiently by overseeing core operational functions that support educational delivery. This position requires strong coordination, problem-solving, and administrative skills, combined with an understanding of facilities, assets, and operational systems in diverse and sometimes remote environments. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, school administrators, FNSB leadership, Yukon Government staff in Highways and Public Works and Education, and external partners, the Coordinator supports property and facility management, asset and fleet oversight, information technology, and safety compliance. The role is grounded in collaboration, accountability, and cultural awareness, ensuring operations are well-organized, responsive, and aligned with the values and community relationships of Yukon First Nations. We seek applicants with considerable experience building strong and trusting relationships with partners while providing strategic advice and guidance. Comfort in the unknown and a desire to create new processes, paired with expertise in interpreting and applying legislation, regulations and policy will support the you to be successful in this role. Regular travel throughout the Yukon is a requirement of the position.

Requirements

Strong coordination skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong administrative skills
Understanding of facilities, assets, and operational systems in diverse and sometimes remote environments
Considerable experience building strong and trusting relationships with partners
Comfort in the unknown
Expertise in interpreting and applying legislation, regulations and policy
Regular travel throughout the Yukon is a requirement of the position