Child Care Coordinator - Licensing and Compliance

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health care benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Generous vacation entitlements

Parental leave

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba is seeking a Child Care Coordinator to join the ELCC division. You will oversee licensing activities, monitor compliance, and contribute to budget development and community outreach across Manitoba.

Qualified candidates bring ECE credentials, extensive childcare experience, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Evening/weekend work and travel within Manitoba may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Developmental Studies with ECE III certification.
• Extensive experience in a childcare centre, nursery school or family child care setting.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Excellent observation and organizational skills with ability to manage priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop licensing of new child care facilities and expansion of spaces.
• Conduct annual re-licensing and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Provide resources and information to child care providers, parents and communities.

Skills

Observation skills

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of Early Learning and Child

Education

Bachelor's/ Diploma in ECE or Developmental Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Child Care Coordinator - Licensing and Compliance **Extended Posting**

SP3 Social Services Worker 3

Term/full-time

Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning

Provincial Operations, Early Learning and Child Care

Advertisement Number: 45166

Salary(s): SP3 $60,011.00 - $79,189.00 per year

Closing Date: September 22, 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.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular or term positions within the Government of Manitoba and will remain open for 18 months.

Introduction

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple Child Care Coordinator (CCC) positions within the Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Division, within the Provincial Operations branch. ELCC holds the authority to ensure operational legislated compliance of all licensed child care services in Manitoba to support the provision of safe, accessible, affordable and high quality child care services for families. The Division develops and administers legislation, regulations, best practices, policies, procedures and new initiatives, and makes recommendations regarding multi-year planning.

Duties:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Licensing & Compliance, with the Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Division, the Child Care Coordinator (CCC) is responsible for duties related to the delivery of the ELCC program including, the development of/and initial licensing of new child care facilities; expansion of existing child care facilities to increase licensed child care spaces; annual re-licensing of child care facilities; ongoing monitoring and reporting regarding compliance with legislation and policies; assessment and quality enhancement of child care facilities; development and delivery of child care resources and information to child care providers, parents and community groups; consultation on child care facility design guidelines; board development and governance structure; knowledge of sector best practices and related programming; and consultation on annual child care facility budgets.

Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Developmental Studies and Early Childhood Educator III certification. Other suitable combinations of education may be considered at an underfill or commensurate classification and salary level.
• Extensive experience in a childcare centre, nursery school or family child care setting.
• Excellent observation skills with the ability to notice, analyze and discern information for the purposes of ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of diverse groups and individuals.
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams) or similar software applications.
• Sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Early Learning and Child Care in Manitoba.

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
• Must possess a valid full class 5 Manitoba Driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends, on occasion
• Must be able to travel within the Province of Manitoba, 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.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Benefit PlanEmployer 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 WellnessEmployee 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.