Investigator

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Service Delivery in Manitoba is seeking qualified individuals for the Investigator role within the Public Guardian and Trustee Branch under Consumer Protection. The Investigator conducts fieldwork, inventories, and arrangements for property disposition to support client affairs and protect vulnerable Manitobans.

Applicants should have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams across diverse

Qualifications

• Experience conducting investigations to identify/ locate financial resources, documents and property.
• Experience working with people who have mental health issues, dementia or are vulnerable persons.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments and a variety ofstakeholders.
• Ability to work in various environments, including but not limited to unsanitary conditions, hoarding, and presence of rodents and/or insects
• Attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills to clearly and professionally communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective written communication skills with experience drafting and editing correspondence or other communications.
• Proficiency working with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), or similar software applications.
• Experience interpreting and applying policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• The Investigator is responsible for performing investigative functions to support the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) in the management of client affairs. This includes field work, conducting searches, preparing detailed inventories, taking possession and control of movable items from a client’s premises, obtaining appraisals for personal property, arranging for the sale or disposal of personal property, conducting interviews with clients’ families, securing properties, and arranging property maintenance and repairs.
• Take possession of movable items from a client’s premises and arrange appraisals.
• Arrange for the sale or disposal of personal property.
• Interview clients’ families and secure properties.
• Travel within the Province of Manitoba as required.

Skills

Investigations

Mental health awareness

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Decision making

Independent work

Teamwork

Travel availability

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Public Guardian and Trustee, Consumer Protection

Advertisement Number: 45579

Salary(s): ES2 $60,730.00 - $74,385.00 per year

Closing Date: August 30, 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, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

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.

Introduction

The Department of Public Service Delivery is seeking qualified individuals to fill the Investigator position within the Public Guardian and Trustee Branch under Consumer Protection Division.

The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee of Manitoba (PGT) is a provincial government Special Operating Agency that manages the affairs of Manitobans who are unable to do so themselves and have no one else willing or able to act on their behalf. The PGT is an office of last resort and provides essential services to clients for who the PGT is appointed to act which includes individuals deemed mentally incompetent, vulnerable persons, deceased estates and children.

Duties:

The Investigator is responsible for performing investigative functions to support the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) in the management of client affairs. This includes (without limitation) field work, conducting searches, preparing detailed inventories, taking possession and control of movable items from a client’s premises, obtaining appraisals for personal property, arranging for the sale or disposal of personal property, conducting interviews with clients’ families, securing properties, and arranging property maintenance and repairs.

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
• 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:

• Experience conducting investigations in order to identify/locate financial resources, documents and property.
• Experience working with people who have mental health issues, dementia or are vulnerable persons.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and effectively manage deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments and a variety ofstakeholders.
• Ability to work in various environments, including but not limited to unsanitary conditions, hoarding, and presence of rodents and/or insects
• Attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills to clearly and professionally communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective written communication skills with experience drafting and editing correspondence or other communications.
• Proficiency working with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), or similar software applications.
• Experience interpreting and applying policies and procedures.

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 possess a valid full class 5 Manitoba Driver’s licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba, which may include overnight stays.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Firearms license (non-restricted and/or restricted).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and work in a physically demanding environment.

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