Executive Director Primary Health Care

Executive Director Primary Health Care Saskatoon Job Info

• Job Identification 103373
• Job Category Executive Leadership and Administration
• Posting Date 03/02/2026, 06:00 AM
• Locations Saskatchewan Health Authority
• Apply Before 03/10/2026, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time

Position #: 177129

Expected

Start Date:

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Executive Director Office - Primary Health Care - Saskatoon

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: shifts of hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field

Hours:

No

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

Travel Required: Yes

The Executive Director (ED), Primary Health Care is a senior leader responsible for advancing integrated, patient‑centred care across the Saskatoon area in both Primary Health Care and Mental Health and Addictions. Reporting to the Vice President, Integrated Saskatoon Health, the ED contributes to provincial strategy by identifying system gaps, emerging needs, and opportunities for innovation.

The ED translates strategic priorities into operational and business plans, ensuring effective implementation, performance oversight, and continuous improvement. With executive oversight of both Primary Health Care and Mental Health and Addictions Services in Saskatoon, the role fosters a collaborative, high‑performing culture and works cross‑functionally to strengthen partnerships and deliver coordinated, high‑quality services aligned with Saskatchewan Health Authority goals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Ten (10) years leadership experience
• Experience in strategic planning

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Capability to transform systems:
  Encourage and support innovation

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to interpret & apply legislation/guidelines/policy
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge in financial management
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in healthcare system in Saskatchewan and across Canada
• Knowledge in patient and client centered care
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce

Other Information

• Travel within the region and provincially

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.