Job Description

Trades Qualifications Assessor
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TDO Training and Development Officer


Regular/full-time


Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation


Apprenticeship Manitoba, Workforce Development and Training


Winnipeg MB


Advertisement Number: 43733


Salary(s): TDO $68,957.00 - $88,759.00 per year


Closing Date: March 2, 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).


This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.


An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.


The Department of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation is looking for an innovative and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Trades Qualifications Assessor within its Apprenticeship Manitoba Branch.



To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. See below for further instructions.



Click here to access the application form.


Conditions of Employment:


• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must produce and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various sites across the province as needed.
• Must be able to perform duties in a typical office environment as part of the role.


Qualifications:


Essential:


• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Education, or a trades background, whether as a certified tradesperson or as a technical vocational or industrial arts instructor, is a requirement. An equivalent combination of related education and work experience may be considered.
• Experience with the Apprenticeship Certification Information System (ACIS).
• Experience with assessment and evaluation methods, counselling, listening, referral and interviewing skills and be able to effectively work with diverse cultures is an asset.
• Experience with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) theory or competency based assessment and training related to the secondary and post secondary education system in Manitoba.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with industry, employers, tradespeople, apprentices , the general public and those from differing socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and decision making skills demonstrating sound judgement when addressing issues and concerns.
• Excellent oral communication skills including the ability to deliver effective presentations to various stakeholders.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and Browsers or equivalent software.

Desired:
• Knowledge and understanding of the Apprenticeship and Certification Act, General Regulations. Trade Regulations and By-laws.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
• Proficiency in the French language is an asset.
• Proficiency in a language other than French or English is an asset.


Duties:


Reporting to the Operations Officer and Education Liaison, Operations Unit, the Trades Qualification Assessor (TQA) delivers assessment services to trades qualifier applicants and other clients who hold trade credentials from another Canadian jurisdiction or from another country, ensuring alignment with, and carrying out specific functions under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act, General Regulation and over 50 Trade Regulations and By-laws, in order to validate a client's ability to challenge the trade certification exam; as Provincial Certification or Red Seal Interprovincial Certificate.


### Apply to:

Advertisement # 43733
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.



To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under "Apply to" to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.



Click here to access the application form.


Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resume and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.


Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.


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


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