Early Learning and Child Care Consultant

The Opportunity:

The Early Years Branch Child Care Operations is hiring three Early Learning and Child Care Consultants, one permanent and two 12-month terms, located in Saskatoon. Our consultants play an integral role in advancing the Canada-Saskatchewan Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement in Saskatchewan.

Reporting to the Program Manager for the central region, consultants are responsible for:

• Developing, licensing, and monitoring child care services;

• Supporting parents and caregivers;

• Assisting community groups and individuals to meet their child care needs;

• Actively working towards the recruitment and retention of new licensed family child care providers in the area;

• Ensuring information about early childhood care and education is available to the public; and,

• Enforcing The Child Care Act, 2014 and The Child Care Regulations, 2015.

To be successful in this position you will be a skilled verbal and written communicator who is able to:

• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse group of people;

• Effectively mediate and negotiate solutions with various stakeholder groups in a diplomatic manner;

• Identify needs and issues and determine an appropriate course of action to address concerns; and,

• Independently plan and prioritize responsibilities in order to achieve work objectives.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

Typically, the knowledge and experience required in this position would be acquired through:

• Experience as the Director of a child care centre;

• Formal education in early childhood care, child development, and programming;

• Knowledge of the administration of non-profit organizations and an understanding of board dynamics; and,

• An equivalent amount of related education and experience may be considered.

A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are necessary for intra-city and provincial travel, as well as overnight stays are required.

The ability to speak and write in French would be considered an asset.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level B)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.