Director, Operations

P10 Professional Officer 10

Regular/full-time

Health, Seniors and Long Term Care

Population and Public Health Services, Public Health

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45090

Salary(s): P10 $98,310.00 - $124,694.00 per year

Closing Date: June 15, 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 persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions 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.

Manitoba is responsible for the delivery of clinical and public health services for residents of three Swampy Cree Tribal Council First Nations and adjacent communities of:

• Chemawawin Cree Nation - Easterville

• Mosakihiken Cree Nation - Moose Lake

• Misipawistik Cree Nation - Town of Grand Rapids

Health services in these areas are provided via three provincial nursing stations and are the primary point of care for more than 5,000 northern Manitobans. The stations provide urgent care, primary and public health services from prenatal to end of life, and emergency triage and transfer of patients requiring tertiary care. The Population and Public Health Services Branch is responsible for clinical resources, strategic administration, programming, and operations for these stations.

Duties:

As a member of the department’s management team, the Director is responsible for leading strategic administrative and operational policy and planning, managing facility assets, procurement, logistical practices, and human and financial resource oversight. The Director leads complex projects that require diplomacy, cultural-awareness, tact and political acumen, and an understanding of health care service delivery in remote/isolated Indigenous communities. The Director may be assigned to related priorities within the branch and will be expected to provide advice and support to the Clinical Director, Executive Director, Assistant Deputy Minister and Deputy Minister, as required.

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, 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 Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s 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 Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s 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.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary degree in public administration, business administration, health or social sciences. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Management experience, including applying human and financial resource practices.
• Excellent political acumen and an ability to exercise diplomacy and tact in dealing with confidential and politically sensitive materials and situations.
• Experience identifying potential operational impacts, synthesizing complex issues for senior and executive leadership, making recommendations, and influencing decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners including executive management, senior officials, and Indigenous governments.
• Knowledge of issues and challenges facing remote northern and/or isolated communities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to plan, implement, monitor, and manage change.
• Experience leading complex initiatives and projects, including stakeholder/partner engagement translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans and measuring success.
• Strong financial acumen demonstrated through managing budgets and resources.
• Experience and strong understanding of financial cycles, policies, and levels of delegated authority including approval processes, procurement practices (tendering, evaluation strategy, supplier selection, negotiations, contract award, and contract management)
• Experience leading process/quality continuous improvement initiatives, providing innovative solutions to challenges, a demonstrated ability to create an organizational environment that fosters and embraces change.
• Strong knowledge of First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit history, experiences, and current events
• Experience building relationships with Indigenous people and implementing the principles of reconciliation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to manage sensitive discussions with diverse partners and organizations.

Desired:

• Experience working within a health care/clinical setting in a northern, rural and/or Indigenous community.

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 provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check

• Must have a valid Class 5F Manitoba Driver's License

• Must be able to travel throughout the province by ground and/or air transportation, including overnight stays when required

• Must be able to work extended hours and on an on-call basis

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45090

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

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.

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.

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