Careers

Staff at the Yukon Human Rights Commission work as a close team to ensure that complaints are dealt with in accordance with the Yukon Human Rights Act (the “Act”), and that the administration of Act is carried out according to our policies and directives. Please review the opportunities below or contact us if you would like to know more

Human Rights Officer

The Yukon Human Rights Commission is hiring a Human Rights Officer to help handle inquiries and complaints and to support efforts to end discrimination in Yukon.

This position supports access to justice by providing accurate information to the public about human rights law, making referrals to other organizations, conducting investigations of human rights complaints, and working with team members and community partners on a variety of projects — all while using a trauma-informed approach.

Please review the full job advertisement and submit your application through our online portal. You will be asked to provide a resume and respond to mandatory screening questions. The deadline to apply is May 15, 2025.

Legal Counsel

The Yukon Human Rights Commission is looking for our next Legal Counsel. This is a management position that has a critical role in upholding the Yukon Human Rights Act and advancing the mandate to eliminate discrimination in Yukon.

Legal Counsel carries out a broad range of legal, policy, and advisory responsibilities. These include providing legal advice, drafting memos and decision letters, and representing the Commission before the Board of Adjudication and in court proceedings including appeals and judicial reviews. They also facilitate settlement negotiations, develop policies and procedures, contribute to research and public education projects and supervise staff – all while modeling a trauma-informed approach.

Please review the full job advertisement and submit your application through our online portal. You will be asked to provide a cover letter, resume and respond to mandatory screening questions. The deadline to apply is May 19, 2025.

The Yukon Human Rights Commission welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you require an accommodation of any kind or would like additional information, such as the complete job description, please send an email to: careers@yukonhumanrights.ca.