Director, Workforce Development

PCD Program Coordinator, Education
Regular/full-time

Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning

Policy & Planning, Early Learning and Child Care

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45725

Salary(s): PCD $92,220.00 - $ per year

Closing Date:
October 26, 2026

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 drives 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, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Duties
As a member of the division’s management team, the Director is responsible to lead and manage the Workforce Development Unit, reporting to the Executive Director of the Policy and Planning Branch.

The Director is responsible for the oversight of the regulated profession of Early Childhood Educators in Manitoba. The Director is responsible for the design and delivery of workforce expansion and enhancement initiatives, including recruitment, retention, and recognition initiatives, working in collaboration with intra- and inter-governmental partners, post-secondary institutions and sector stakeholders. The Unit supports the Child Care Qualifications and Training Committee, a statutory body that reviews and provides recommendations to the Minister on Early Childhood Education programs, and prepares submissions and attends 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

Attractive salaries

Defined pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit 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,…