Posting # SS2026-024

$34.14-$40.76 per hour
MANDATE:
Reporting to the Children’s Services Manager, the successful incumbent will work
collaboratively with early year’s services and community partners in a range of services.
They will provide support and leadership, building strong services for families and
children in our communities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 2-year post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Development, Early
Childhood Education, Behavioural Sciences, or a related field and Registered Early
Childhood Educator in good standing with the College of ECE. 1 - 2 years’ experience
working in the children’s services sector. Knowledge in relevant legislation, including the
Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act, as well as an understanding of licensing
requirements and the Ministry’s vision and directives. Proven experience in community
development and service planning, supported by a comprehensive understanding of
How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years, and the Early Years
Framework. Knowledge of programming and research on early child development and
quality assurance experiences and best practices. Experience and/or understanding of
the role as a system manager for Early Years and Family Support programs. Project
management, demonstration of consultative skills, community development, creativity
and ingenuity are required to developing strategies and providing recommendations.
Computer proficiency in MS Office suite of applications and quick adaptation to current
databases. Verbal and written French skills are definite assets. A valid drivers license and
access to a vehicle is required.

This is a vacant position and is evaluated at Level 8 ($34.14-$40.76 per hour) as per the
2026 O.P.S.E.U. Salary Grid. 35 hours per week. Ability to work flexible hours including




some evenings and weekends depending upon the needs of the community. Travel is
required among childcare centres throughout the County. Starting January 4, 2027.

What we offer: Competitive compensation, alternate work arrangements, extended
healthcare coverage, dental and vision care, disability insurance, life insurance,
Ontario Municipal Employers Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan, Employee
Assistance Plan (EAP), training, and development opportunities.

Lanark County employee slogan is “Working Together to Achieve Greatness.” If you
embrace this ideal and you meet the position qualifications above, please submit your
application by selecting “apply link” on our website, no later than Sunday November 1,
2026.

When submitting your application, please ensure your cover letter, résumé and any
other related documents are submitted in one file preferably MSWord (.doc or
.docx) or Adobe (.pdf). The file name should include your name and the job posting
number (example: Jane/John Doe SS2026-024).

Lanark County is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity,
equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an
inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the County's
goods, services and facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please let
us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and
equally during the recruitment and selection process.

We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview
will be acknowledged.

Note: Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of
the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine
qualifications for employment. Questions about the collection of Information should be
directed to the Human Resources Department at the address indicated above.

📌 Regular Full-Time Early Years Specialist (Perth)
🏢 The County of Lanark
📍 Perth