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XM3 Senior Manager 3 Regular/full-time Department of Families Child Protection Branch, Child and Youth Services Division Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 44958 Salary: XM3 $117,658.00 - $144,023.00 per year Closing Date: May 4, 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. The Department of Families is seeking an experienced executive to lead Manitobas child and family services system as Provincial Director of Child and Family Services. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and support historic change by advancing reconciliation, transitioning services to Indigenous laws and service providers, while supporting a provincial system that is responsive and child/family-centred. The Provincial Director will provide provincial leadership, statutory oversight, and strategic advice on matters affecting the safety and wellbeing of children, youth, families, and communities across Manitoba. 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 worklife 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, 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 inhouse 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. When we look at Manitobas Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitobas diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants. Impact on Manitobas Future By working for Manitobas 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. Duties As a member of the departments senior management team, the Provincial Director is responsible to lead and manage the Child Protection Branch (branch) and to provide advice and support to the Assistant Deputy Minister and Deputy Minister. The Provincial Director has legislative authority under the Child and Family Services Act and Adoptions Act with specific delegated statutory responsibilities of The Provincial Director of Child and Family Services in the province of Manitoba. These formally delegated, statutory duties ensure operational functions, administrative duties and responsibilities are carried out within the child and family services system. The Provincial Director is responsible for the province wide provision of a comprehensive continuum of child protection services to support the safety and wellbeing of children, families, and communities in accordance with The Child and Family Services Act, The Child and Family Services Authorities Act, and The Adoption Act. This includes operational service delivery and support in financial, licensing, policy and program matters to governing CFS Authorities and mandated CFS agencies, licensed group care facilities, and two private adoption agencies. The branch provides direct service delivery that supports the CFS system and offers specific services to the public. Services include access and maintenance of three provincial registries, post adoption services, provincial investigations and training. The Provincial Director is responsible for ensuring transitional and coordination of service delivery across the province with Indigenous Governing Bodies and service providers operating under Indigenous law. The Provincial Director is responsible for understanding, respecting the distinct laws, models of service and geographical boundaries of IGBs, while ensuring coordination of provincial CFS services. Qualifications Postsecondary education, preferably at a masters level, in the area of social work, social sciences or public administration, with extensive knowledge and experience of child and family services and government processes Experience building relationships with Indigenous people and Indigenousled services and implementing the principles of reconciliation. Strong knowledge of First Nation, Metis and Inuit history, impacts of colonization and an ability to lead reconciliation in all aspects of the role. Political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues as it relates to child protection matters Experience in delivering the responsibilities and duties of the child and family services system at a senior level, including a strong understanding and experience with the system and community responses/supports for children, youth and families Extensive experience with fulfilling delegated statutory duties and responsibilities under child and family services legislation, including accountability for legally mandated decisions in a fair and balanced manner as well as supporting accountability through partnership and coordination with other mandated authorities Proven leadership ability with demonstrated commitment to creating, supporting, and sustaining a diverse and highperforming environment to achieve results, along with experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans and overseeing effective strategic performance management and measurement systems Extensive management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to establish strategic partnerships, form relationships and foster collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders to advance objectives and/or address issues Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience managing internal and external stakeholder relationships and the ability to reflect a commitment to reconciliation in all communications Conditions of Employment Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check Must be able to travel within the province by vehicle or small plane, with occasional overnight stays (including to First Nation communities), as required Must be able to attend to court matters and give expert testimony Must be able to work with highly sensitive and publicly scrutinized subject matter in a fastpaced environment with competing demands, including exposure to child deaths, child abuse, and other critical incidents Apply to Advertisement # 44958 Talent Acquisition Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9 Phone: 204-945-7518 Fax: 204-945-0601 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