Position #: 178824

Expected Start Date: November 02, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Provincial

Department: Executive Director - HR Business Partnerships

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

: The Executive Director, Human Resources Business Partnerships is a key strategic leader within the Saskatchewan Health Authority, partnering with operational and system leaders to advance organizational priorities and Saskatchewan’s health-care goals.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Executive Director leads the delivery of strategic and operational HR Business Partnership services across the organization.

The Executive

Director aligns services with operational needs and supports consistent, effective people practices. Working collaboratively across Human Resources, operations and the broader health system, the Executive Director builds trusted partnerships, strengthens leadership capacity and fosters a responsive, client-focused culture that supports employees and the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- Ten (10) years leadership experience, preferably within large, complex, unionized organizations
- Experience building effective partnerships with senior leaders, unions and other key stakeholders
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and supporting large-scale organizational transformation
- Demonstrated experience leading the delivery of core human resources services




- Experience developing and implementing strategic and operational workforce plans aligned with organizational priorities

Other Education and Training

- Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- A relevant master's degree is preferred

Licenses

- Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

- Advanced strategic and critical-thinking skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead system transformation and innovation
- Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills
- Proven ability to build partnerships and coalitions
- Demonstrated ability to lead collaboratively and achieve results
- Sound judgment, diplomacy and political acumen
- Commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive leadership

Knowledge and Abilities

- Comprehensive knowledge of human resources practices and disciplines
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation, collective agreements and policy
- Knowledge of Saskatchewan and Canadian healthcare systems
- Knowledge of financial and resource management
- Ability to align HR services with organizational strategy and values
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and evaluate teams
- Knowledge of patient- and family-centred care principles




- Commitment to a diverse, representative and culturally protected workforce
- Proven ability to collaborate with leaders, unions and system partners

Other Information

- Travel within Saskatchewan

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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