Associate Director

Child Protection Branch, Child and Youth Services Division

Advertisement Number: 45494

Salary(s): P10 $ 98,310.00 - $ per year

Closing Date:
August 9, 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).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

The Department of Families is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Associate Director with the Child and Youth Services Division.

To be considered for this competition, you must submit an application form and attach a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Note:

You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Duties:
As a member of the department’s management team, the Associate Director (AD) is responsible to lead and manage the Child Protection Branch, provide advice and support to the Minister and Division/Department Executive. The Child Protection Branch is responsible for a comprehensive continuum of child protection services that ensure the safety and well‑being of children, families, and communities in accordance with the provisions of The Child and Family Services Act, The Child and Family Services Authorities Act, and The Adoption Act.

The AD is accountable for providing programming and direct services for the entire provincial child and family services system and specifically supporting the provincial system by coordinating the transition to Indigenous jurisdiction and agreements as they come into force. The AD is responsible for leading, coordinating, and problem solving related to transitional and emergency service delivery that occurs between the provincial programs and other Indigenous laws, jurisdictions, and service providers.

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

P10 Professional Officer 10

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Child Protection Branch, Child and Youth Services Division

Winnipeg MB

• Post secondary education in social work or a social science, public policy or management discipline, preferably at a master’s level, with extensive child welfare/child protection experience which may include lived experience. Other equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• Proven ability as a leader with a commitment to create, support and sustain a diverse environment that enables staff to achieve results and to develop for the future.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.
• Management experience with responsibility…