Provincial Training Specialist

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO EMPLOYEES OF THE MANITOBA PUBLIC SERVICE.

Provincial Training Specialist
SP4 Social Services Worker 4
Regular/full-time
Department of Families
Strategic Planning and Program Supports, Community Services and Supports
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 43929
Salary(s): SP4 $64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year
Closing Date: April 16, 2025

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 Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular, term, part-time and/or full-time positions and will remain in effect until exhausted.

The Department of Families is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Provincial Training Specialist. The Provincial Training Specialist applies best practices principles in adult learning, uses sound instructional techniques while promoting a positive learning environment for staff.

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 a completed application screening form and your resume. Complete the application screening form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services to request a copy of the application screening form. The selection board will rely on the information provided in this application screening form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Must be able to possess and maintain a valid full Class 5F Manitoba Driver's license with access to a personal vehicle.
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check.
• Must be able to travel by ground and air across Manitoba with possible overnight stays, as required.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Post secondary degree in Social Work, Education, Public Administration or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience facilitating and presenting training and/or education sessions with the ability to design, develop and deliver courses, workshops and/or training.
• Extensive and advanced level of knowledge of the Employment Income Assistance and Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities programs and of the Acts, Regulations and policies related to other Department of Families’ program areas is required.
• Experience conducting research and analysis on legislation, regulations, policies and/or programs to make fact-based assessments or recommendations within a work setting.
• Advanced knowledge of adult education principles.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to establish priorities to meet changing and competing deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building and maintaining positive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Superior verbal communication skills focusing on the ability to facilitate effective, engaging, and dynamic training programs.
• Strong written communication skills focusing on the ability to prepare training materials and written correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint).

Desired:

• Knowledge of change management principles.
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in French.

Duties:
As a training specialist, you will deliver and facilitate training sessions to a diverse range of staff from program areas across the Department of Families. You will play an integral role in researching, designing and developing curriculum and training materials. You will design courses by combining creativity, research and analysis to create a quality training product. You will work as a member of a small, collaborative team committed to continuous improvement and excellent client service. As a learning professional who is passionate about development and growth, this job is a perfect fit if you enjoy working with people every day, using your creativity, and guiding learners to build their capacity, knowledge and skills.

Apply to:
Advertisement # 43929
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

WHEN 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, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.