Director, Taxation Analysis

Director, Taxation Analysis

XM3 Senior Manager 3

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Finance

Taxation Analysis Branch, Finance Policy and Research

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44457

Salary(s): XM3 $114,235.00 - $139,824.00 per year

Closing Date: August 28, 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).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

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

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Completion of a satisfactory Credit Screening and Credit Check (other checks may be required)
• Must have the ability to travel within Canada (including by air).
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Post-secondary education in economics, accounting, business, public administration and/or law. A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience providing leadership and direction in the design, implementation or administration of legislation, policies and programs.
• Experience in policy, including quantitative and qualitative research, analysis, and implementation of decisions.
• Experience preparing revenue, tax or fiscal estimates and forecasts. A suitable combination of budgeting and reporting experience may be considered.
• Experience in a management role, preferably supervising staff, with responsibility for major projects.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills that require independent judgement and discretion.
• Demonstrated political acumen, including ability to use empathy and manage priorities as well as handle sensitive material.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in clear, plain language in both verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of Manitoba government, especially the budgeting process.
• Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans, and experience with strategic performance management and measurement systems (e.g. Key Performance Indicators, Balanced Scorecards).

• Extensive knowledge of and experience with tax policy research and analysis.
• Experience building relationships with Indigenous people and implementing the principles of reconciliation.

Duties:
As a member of the department’s management team, the Director is responsible to lead and manage the Taxation Analysis Branch and provide advice and support to the Minister, Deputy Minister, and Assistant Deputy Minister.

The Taxation Analysis Branch is responsible for tax policy research, analysis and providing advice to the Government. It also develops, implements and forecasts tax measures and income tax credits.

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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, resumé 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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