Director, Workforce Development in Winnipeg

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drive a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be established to fill similar regular and term positions and will remain in effect for up to 12 months. The eligibility list, if established, may be used to fill similar Director type positions, including those at the Professional Office (P10) classification. Preference may be given to current employees of the Manitoba Public Service.

The Department of Education & Early Childhood Learning is seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate to fill the position of Director, Workforce Development within the Policy & Planning Branch of Early Learning & Child Care.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Extended health care
• Health spending account
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Long term disability insurance
• Group life insurance
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Family related leave
• A defined pension plan

Duties:

• Lead and manage the Workforce Development Unit, reporting to the Executive Director of the Policy and Planning Branch.
• Oversee the regulated profession of Early Childhood Educators in Manitoba.
• Design and deliver workforce expansion and enhancement initiatives, including recruitment, retention, and recognition initiatives.
• Collaborate with intra- and inter-governmental partners, post-secondary institutions and sector stakeholders.
• Support the Child Care Qualifications and Training Committee.
• Prepare submissions and attend appeals at the Social Services Appeal Board on Early Childhood Educator certification decisions.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security:

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness:

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development:

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values:

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. We see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity in the Public Service.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future:

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Management experience with post-secondary education in social science, finance, public administration or related field.
• Strategic leadership skills with experience in coaching, managing employee performance, and in fostering diversity, collaboration and engagement across cross-functional teams.
• Experience providing leadership and direction in the design and implementation of policies and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.
• Strong political acumen, with experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex and sensitive issues.
• Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans, and experience with strategic performance management and measurement systems.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to all levels of the organization and to external stakeholders and the public.
• Effective written communication skills, including the ability to write politically sensitive and confidential materials for senior leaders and public facing documents.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting and financial management.
• Experience applying the principles of reconciliation to program operations and/or policy development.

Desired:

• Knowledge of training and workforce development, particularly in respect of the early learning and child care sector.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check