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Department of Education and Early Childhood LearningTeacher Certification and Standards, System Performance and AccountabilityAdvertisement Number: 44850Salary(s): PM3 $74,839.00 - $96,438.00 per yearClosing Date: January 27, 2026The 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 created for similar regular, term or acting status opportunities and will remain in effect for 12 months.Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.IntroductionThe Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Investigator.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).To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and 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 the information provided in this application form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.Click here to access the application form.DutiesWorking under the authority of The Education Administration Act and in accordance with established rules of practice and procedure, the incumbent reviews and triages reports and complaints to the Commissioner of Teacher Professional Conduct and conducts investigations that fall within the Commissioners jurisdiction.The incumbent acts as the principal investigator to conduct complex investigations into allegations of teacher misconduct and incompetence. This includes triage, assessment and prioritization of allegations, investigation planning, execution and independent development of findings.QualificationsPost-secondary education in social sciences, law, human resources, or related discipline and work experience leading complex and sensitive investigations. An equivalent combination of education, training and extensive related work experience may also be considered.Work experience conducting in-depth investigations and investigative interviews, including expert knowledge of investigation best practices and rules of evidence, preferably with experience conducting investigations involving allegations of sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse or mistreatment.Experience interpreting and applying policy, regulations and/or legislation preferably related to investigations such as The Education Administration Act, The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, etc.Work experience working with vulnerable populations and detailed knowledge of trauma informed practices as they relate to investigations.Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with various parties such as legal counsel, personnel of various government departments, and sector partners, including school divisions and other employers of certified teachers, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.Strong organizational skills to manage complex and competing priorities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to provide strategic advice to senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues and to analyze evidence with a level of dispassion to ensure procedural fairness and avoid rushing to judgement.Excellent written communication skills including experience writing a variety of documents including decision making documents and correspondance.Excellent verbal communication skills with the experience to conduct interviews in-person and over the phone or virtual platforms and the ability to give testimony in quasi-judicial hearings.Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams) or similar software applications.Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in French.Conditions of EmploymentMust be legally entitled to work in CanadaMust be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry CheckMust be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector SearchAbility to work overtime, including evenings and weekends as requiredAbility to travel throughout the Province of Manitoba with possible overnight stays as requiredMust possess and maintain a full class 5 Manitoba Driver's licenseApply NowAdvertisement # 44850Talent AcquisitionHuman Resource Services600-259 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9Phone: 204-945-7518Fax: 204-945-0601Email: APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resum and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr