Imagine working in a role that allows you to positively impact the lives of Albertans every single day.

What We Offer

At MCG Careers, we recognize and celebrate the strengths of our team members by offering staff wellness initiatives, a 35-hour work week, Christmas bonus days, summer scheduling, early closure on long weekends, and flexible hours for employees with two years of service. Our dedicated staff enables us to deliver our programs with a solid commitment to our clients and provide the best service to assist all Albertans.

Who You Are

- Community-centred and equity-focused – committed to advancing access, inclusion, and culturally-responsive services
- Collaborative relationship-builder – able to work effectively with clients, frontline staff, community partners, and government agencies
- A strong operational leader – experienced in program planning, budgeting, compliance, reporting, and performance management
- Adaptable and solution-oriented – able to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on client-centred care
- A supportive leader – committed to coaching staff, fostering accountability, and building a culture of trust and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

- Post-secondary degree in a relevant field or a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) Designation
- Experience with Government funded programs is an asset
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience within employment services




- Demonstrated leadership in supporting and working with diverse Job Seeker groups
- Experience working in a client-based industry
- Facilitation skills/Adult Learning Knowledge
- Communication & problem-solving skills, exceptional negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Interviewing and assessment training
- Experience in public relations, communications with funding groups, marketing
- Experience with managing budgets, cost recovery, and funding applications
- Computer proficiency with working knowledge of MS Office Suite and using web-based software
- Certification in Trauma Informed Care, ATIA, and POPA

What You’ll Do

- Oversee daily program operations
- Lead and develop the team
- Complete month-end reporting with accuracy and precision
- Conduct regular team meetings to ensure the flow of communication
- Maintain robust communication with senior leaders
- Ensure compliance with privacy and safety regulations

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Wellness program

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Work Location

(In person) High River & Okotoks offices

Licence/Certification

- Class 5 Licence (required)
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Work Location

In person - High River and Okotoks offices

📌 Program Manager - Career & Employment Services (High River)
🏢 MCG Careers
📍 High River