Executive Director - The Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan (HSAS)

The Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan(HSAS) is a union representing more than 4,400 specialized Health Care Professionals who work in over 30 professions within the Saskatchewan Health Authority, several privately owned ambulance services in Saskatchewan, and at Canadian Blood Services in Regina. HSAS was founded in 1972, by a group of dedicated professionals who believed that the unique interests of the varied and specialized professions would be best represented by a separate, independent union.

HSAS’ purpose is to provide a collective voice for its members, advocating for safe and equitable working conditions, professional autonomy and respect, as they deliver quality care, and enhance the well-being of their communities.

It is within this context that HSAS welcomes applications for the position of Executive Director.

About the Opportunity:

Reporting to the President and Executive Council, the Executive Director (ED) serves as the strategic leader of HSAS and is accountable for the overall management and operations of the union. The ED aligns people, priorities, and systems to maximize impact, strengthen organizational credibility and deliver on HSAS’ purpose, mandate, vision and values.

The ED leads the development and implementation of HSAS’ Strategic Plan, translating strategic priorities into actionable and measurable operational plans, and adapting as required to maintain effectiveness and responsiveness in a dynamic health system environment. As the senior operational leader, the ED has overall responsibility for the oversight of day-to-day operations, including leadership of staff, financial management, risk management, and implementation of policies and strategic initiatives approved by the Executive Council. The ED ensures alignment between Executive Council direction and organizational execution, providing coordinated leadership across all operational areas and enabling the Executive Council to focus on governance, policy, and strategic oversight.

Through effective leadership, the ED fosters a collaborative, accountable, inclusive and respectful workplace culture that supports employee well-being, leadership development, and ensures that systems, structures, and processes are in place to support organizational effectiveness and high-quality service delivery. The ED also serves as a key representative and advocate for HSAS, building and maintaining strong relationships with government, employers, and health system partners, and advancing strategic partnerships aligned with organizational objectives.

About the Individual:

HSAS is seeking a strategic and values-driven leader who brings both vision and operational strength, grounded in a deep commitment to the union’s purpose, values and the members it serves. The ideal candidate offers progressive senior leadership experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments; experience within unionized healthcare, public sector, or not-for-profit contexts is a strong asset. You demonstrate a clear commitment to labour movement values, with a strong understanding of labour relations principles and practices. You have experience supporting governance structures and working effectively with Boards, Executive Councils, or similar bodies. You bring sound financial and operational acumen, including experience overseeing budgeting, risk management, and organizational performance, coupled with a thorough understanding of strategic planning and the ability to translate strategy into clear, actionable plans.

Others describe you as an authentic and principled leader, capable of establishing credibility and fostering a culture of trust and inclusion. You operate with a high degree of integrity, professionalism and transparency. You have demonstrated success in leading, supporting and developing high-performing teams, navigating complexity, and addressing conflict with both empathy and clarity. With strong political acuity and communication skills, you build effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, including members, staff, elected leadership, and external partners. You are both a big-picture thinker and a practical problem solver—someone who can support governance structures effectively, provide sound strategic advice, and ensure operational excellence in a dynamic and evolving environment, all while championing the diverse voices of HSAS members. Post secondary education in a relevant field is considered an asset.

To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with HSAS, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton, Partner (View email address on jobs.longwoods.com) and/or Noshina Choudhary, Senior Consultant (View email address on jobs.longwoods.com) or visit: https://griffithgroup.ca/hsas-executive-director/.

Compensation:The targeted salary range for this position $160,000 - $180,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Location: This opportunity is based in Saskatoon or Regina, with regular travel required between both offices.

HSAS welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. 

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

HSAS and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (View email address on jobs.longwoods.com) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or assessment processes.

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Reason for posting: Existing Vacancy