Position #: 172063

Expected Start Date: November 23, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Workforce Planning & Employment Strategies, Saskatoon

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

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

: Reporting to the Manager of Workforce Planning and Employment, the Specialist provides advanced knowledge as a strategic partner and subject matter expert within the Human Resources Department in the design, delivery, and implementation of human resource services and strategies to improve operations, achieve goals, and resolve issues. The Specialist provides human resources expertise, leadership, consultation and decision making to all levels of the organization as well as external partners including 3S Health, Ministry of Health, SAHO, educational institutions and other Health Regions. The Specialist provides solutions for regional issues including collective agreement interpretation, union negotiation, recruitment and retention strategies, organizational change, layoff, hiring, human rights and provincial labour law, human resource indicator analysis and benchmarking, and regional multi-year HR planning aligned with SHA's (Saskatoon) strategic plan.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- 3-5 years' experience in Human Resources

Education

- Human Resources certificate
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)
- Human Resources diploma

Licenses

- Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

- Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Licensed, and in valuable standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

- Advanced - Critical thinking skills
- Advanced - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
- Advanced - Analytical skills
- Advanced - Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation





Knowledge and Abilities

- Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
- Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
- Ability to lead and coach others
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
- Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
- Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
- Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Other Information

- Travel within Saskatchewan
- For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/

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.

📌 Workforce Planning & Employment Strategies Specialist (Saskatoon)
🏢 Healthcareersinsask.ca
📍 Saskatoon