Career Development Consultant (Developmental Opportunity) - Open Until Filled

Government of Manitoba; Flin Flon; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Flin Flon, Manitoba is seeking an Administrative Officer to assist clients in their career development and job placement. The role involves providing customer service, assessing client needs, and mentoring. Successful candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers a salary range of CAD 55,983 - 67,387 per year, with additional training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience providing customer service to internal or external clients.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing client’s skills and training opportunities.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to diverse clientele.
• Assist job seekers with information on employment programs.

Skills

Customer service experience

Coaching and mentoring

Mathematical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent working

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

AO1 Administrative Officer 1; AO2 Administrative Officer 2. Regular/full-time. Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation. Western and Northern Manitoba Service Area, Workforce Training and Employment. Flin Flon MB, The Pas MB. Advertisement Number: 43550. Salary(s): AO1 $55,983.00 - $67,387.00 per year; AO2 $62,281.00 - $76,484.00 per year Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable (as of March 22, 2025). Closing Date: October 6, 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).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions throughout the northern region and may 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. Underfills will be considered for a Labour Market Service Advisor/LMSA (Administrative Officer-AO1) position. Candidates must identify which work location they wish to be considered for in their application. All applications received within ten (10) calendar days of the posting date will be accepted and considered for further evaluation. If the position remains unfilled, applications may continue to be accepted and considered until the closing date. To ensure your application is considered, please apply within the initial ten (10) day posting period.

Developmental opportunity: This is a developmental opportunity; candidates will be hired at a developmental level with mentorship and training for career growth to the full working level. Candidates who don’t meet the full qualifications as outlined in the job advertisement are still encouraged to apply, and may be considered for an underfill opportunity.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an Application Screening Form with a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how you meet the qualifications. Complete the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the form. The selection board will rely on information provided in this Application Screening Form and resume to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must produce and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence within one year of hire date
• Must be able to travel to remote communities utilizing various methods of transportation including but not limited to small plane, ferry, ice roads, etc.
• Must be able to travel including evenings and overnight stay as required

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience providing customer service to internal or external clients
• The ability to provide coaching and mentoring services to diverse clientele
• Sound mathematical skills, with general knowledge of accounting principles and financial reports
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with co-workers, external organizations, and members of the public
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to prioritize and manage numerous projects and files effectively and simultaneously
• The ability to respectfully discuss and engage with challenging clients
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) or similar tools

Desired

• Working toward obtaining, or completion of, education at the post-secondary level. This may include a degree, diploma or certificate in a related field such as Career Development Practitioner Certificate, Business Administration, Counselling, and/or Social Sciences. Other education/training and relevant client service experience may be considered

Duties

Career Development Consultant: The Career Development Consultant is responsible for assessing client’s prior learning, skills and interests related to labour market needs and training opportunities. They support the clients to develop informed, appropriate and attainable employment and training goals, formulate an action plan, negotiate and case and financial manage supports while attending approved training. A detailed position description is available upon request.

Labour Market Service Advisor: The Labour Market Service Advisor (LMSA) is the first point of contact for information and assistance on programs and services offered through the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centres. The LMSA conducts initial assessments for a diverse group of clients to determine needs and eligibility and makes referrals to specialized services and community resources. The LMSA is responsible for assisting job seekers by providing information on job search techniques, employment and training programs, learning resources and the labour market. The LMSA is responsible for client case and financial management across a number of system applications.

Apply to: Advertisement # 43550

Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Important: 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. Your cover letter, resume 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.