Specialist, Early Years and Child Care Services
Region of PeelBrampton, Ontario, Canada
Posted April 10, 2026
94455 - 118069 CAD
About the Company
Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses, and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Job Description
The Specialist, Early Years and Child Care Services will provide program development and implementation support for early years and child care programs and initiatives with a focus on data analysis and performance measurements.
Requirements
- University Degree in human services or related field, such as social sciences, business/public administration, and early years and child care, with at least 5 years job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong foundation in research, data analysis, program planning and public policy development with relevant experience in program design, implementation and evaluation, and strategic and project planning
- Knowledge of Project Management Principles and Practices, with the ability to execute complex and multi-year policies and plans
- Knowledge of performance measurement to ensure evaluation and continuous improvement is built into the implementation framework
- Experience directly applying quality control and assurance best practices such as Six Sigma, LEAN, SWOT analysis, process mapping and process re-engineering would be an asset
- Knowledge of Early Years and Child Care funding programs, as well as related provincial legislation and policies would be an asset
- Experience in applying change management principles and methodologies and the ability to lead as well as manage and support change
- Knowledge of technology and software systems used to support the delivery of Human Services programs and services such as all Microsoft Office programs
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources
