Executive Director, Strategic and Corporate Services

The Opportunity:

The Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport is seeking a collaborative and strategic leader to serve as Executive Director, Strategic and Corporate Services.

As a member of the ministry's Executive Leadership Team and Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Deputy Minister, you will play a critical role in shaping organizational priorities, strengthening corporate governance, and ensuring the ministry is well-positioned to meet current and future needs.

The Executive Director leads a diverse team responsible for providing strategic advice and corporate services that support ministry operations, accountability, and long-term sustainability. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence ministry-wide initiatives, lead organizational transformation, and contribute to outcomes that support Saskatchewan residents, communities, and stakeholders.

A post-secondary degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including senior level leadership and management experience, will be considered.

• Provide strategic leadership for ministry-wide planning, performance measurement, reporting, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Lead the ministry's corporate services functions, including financial management oversight, business continuity planning, risk management, accommodations planning, records management, privacy, and policy coordination.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the Deputy Minister, Executive Leadership Team, and senior leaders on emerging issues, organizational priorities, and operational effectiveness.
• Lead organizational reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to assess and align programs, services, and functions with ministry priorities, organizational capacity, and desired outcomes.
• Oversee research, analytics, and performance information to support evidence-based decision-making and accountability.
• Foster collaboration across divisions, ministries, and external partners to advance ministry objectives and government priorities.
• Ensure sound governance, financial stewardship, accountability, and adherence to applicable legislation, policies, and standards.
• Build leadership capacity and create an inclusive, high-performing workplace that supports employee growth, engagement, and well-being.

Job Capabilities

For this executive leadership role, we are seeking someone who:

• Is outcomes-focused, establishes vision, community goals, and measures effectiveness of those outcomes.
• Fosters a culture of accountability and ensures resources are directed to support strategic goals.
• Is an innovator who removes barriers, enables responsible risk-taking and encourages forward thinking.
• Is a collaborator who creates and nurtures opportunities for engagement and strategic partnerships.
• Champions inclusion, addresses systemic barriers, and encourages divergent perspectives.
• Is adaptable, leads decisively in a rapidly changing environment and demonstrates resilience.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of government procedures including legislation, program and policy development and decision-making, planning and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team, lead strategic initiatives, manage change, and achieve positive results.
• Advanced knowledge of public sector governance, government decision-making processes, and executive-level accountability frameworks.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles, budgeting processes, internal controls, and risk management practices.
• Knowledge of policy development, program evaluation, and organizational review methodologies.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level D)
• Critical Thinking (Level D)
• Digital Skills (Level D)
• Interacting with Others (Level D)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level D)
• Managing Self (Level D)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level E)
• Data Literacy (Level D)
• Influence (Level D)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level D)
• Managing Organizational Resources (Level D)
• Managing Talent (Level D)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.