THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO EMPLOYEES OF THE MANITOBA PUBLIC SERVICE. Director, Consumer Protection Office XM3 Senior Manager 3, Regular/full-time, Public Service Delivery. Consumer Protection Office, Consumer Protection Division, Winnipeg, MB. Advertisement Number: 45097. Salary: XM3 $117,658.00 – $140,505.00 per year. Closing Date: June 3, 2026. Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Overview The Consumer Protection Office administers consumer protection legislation for the province of Manitoba, including the Consumer Protection Act, the Business Practices Act, the Personal Investigations Act, the Hearing Aid Act, and bereavement legislation such as the Cemetries Act and the Funeral Directors and Embalmers Act, together with the associated regulations. The Office licenses, registers, or authorizes vendors and individuals engaged in direct selling, collection agents, hearing aid dealers, payday lenders, and high‑cost credit grantors, as well as funeral homes, funeral directors, embalmers, for‑profit cemeteries, crematories, and providers of pre‑arranged funeral services. It assists consumers in resolving complaints about consumer transactions and investigates breaches of legislation while providing information and education to consumers and businesses. Duties Administer consumer protection statutes and regulations, including bereavement legislation, to ensure the effective operation of Manitoba’s marketplace. Lead staff to achieve the branch’s expected outcomes, such as issuing licenses across a variety of program areas and providing information and mediation assistance regarding consumer complaints. Investigate complaints involving breaches of legislation and maintain an inspection program designed to educate businesses and increase compliance. Lead and manage the operational aspects of the branch, including budget management and resource allocation. Prepare submissions, briefing materials, and correspondence for senior government leadership. Qualifications Essential: Post‑secondary education in law, public administration, business administration, and/or management, and experience operating a regulatory program. Experience providing leadership and direction in the design, implementation, review of legislation, policies, and programs. Experience managing a team with responsibility for human and financial resources, including performance management. Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational plans. Strong leadership skills and experience working in a large, diverse organization committed to staff development. Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change. Political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex and sensitive topics. Desired: Knowledge of consumer protection legislation. Knowledge of emerging consumer protection issues. Conditions of Employment Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Must provide and maintain satisfactory criminal record checks, including vulnerable sector search, adult abuse registry check, and child abuse registry check. Must be able to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required. Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence or the ability to travel throughout the province and in Canada, as required. Benefits 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, and acupuncture. 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. The Manitoba government commits to investing in employee development through training, educational assistance, and leadership development programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr