The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment’s Corporate Services and Policy Division has an exciting senior leadership opportunity as the Executive Director of the Financial and Property Management Branch. We are seeking a results-oriented visionary to provide leadership and direction for the delivery of a diverse range of financial, administrative and management services.
About Us
The Ministry of Environment’s role is to manage the health of Saskatchewan’s environment in a responsible manner that supports sustainable growth through objective, transparent and informed decision-making and stewardship. We provide objective, evidence-based advice to decision-makers and deliver programs in a fair, impartial manner aligned with government directed policy. We are dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels. Our leaders demonstrate the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to ensuring workplace health and safety.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, this position provides:
- Leadership and management oversight for business continuity, risk and accommodations planning, asset management, procurement, revenue processing, Crown land registry administration and workplace health and safety; and
- Advice and guidance with regards to developing and implementing business solutions that enable sound decisions and make certain that supports, services and operations are optimally managed.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a demonstrated leader who aligns personal vision and values with corporate goals and objectives, and who listens and influences others to generate enthusiasm and commitment to the organization’s direction. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership abilities combined with a sound knowledge of financial management practices, public policy and government operations, including budgetary and legislative processes. The ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relationships with stakeholders is essential.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership styles that focus on inclusion, excellence, accountability and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, while leading staff in multiple locations. This leader will have a proven track record in driving corporate and strategic initiatives, be recognized as innovative, a change agent and a true influencer to achieve success at the team, ministry and government level.
The ideal candidate will have outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and have knowledge of:
- Financial management and accounting principles and practices;
- Government budgetary and financial processes;
- Governance and accountability principles; and
- Proven experience managing human and financial resources.
As a senior leader, you will:
- Demonstrate leadership strengths that promote an environment of trust, creativity, flexibility, engagement, and inclusion;
- Contribute to a culture of innovation and share a strong interest in leveraging technology to optimize business operations for the ministry to achieve its goals;
- Influence on key strategies that will be of benefit to the entire ministry and are in alignment with the strategic direction while maintaining effective partnerships and working relationships with internal and external clients; and
- Exhibit exceptional communication skills.
Some of the many reasons to apply:
- Work with our amazing partners in ministries, agencies, and Treasury Board Crowns across government;
- Shape new frameworks, systems, strategies, and processes for the Government of Saskatchewan;
- Experience the vibrant environment, energetic employees, diverse functions, engaged culture, and exciting networking opportunities within the Ministry of Environment;
- Lead the strong, dynamic and fun team, committed to a strong culture, employee engagement, and individual learning and self-development;
- Network with senior leadership and executive teams across government; and
- Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, vacation and other leave, flexible work arrangements, inclusive work environments, and challenging opportunities for career advancement within the public service.
The knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through completing a degree in business and/or accounting or public administration or related financial discipline and government experience. A Chartered Professional Accountant designation would be considered an asset.
