Director, Business Solutions

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Apply no later than 03/10/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY: The Director is accountable to provide strategic leadership and direction to Technology Planning, Innovative Solutions, GIS Solutions, Enterprise Systems, Digital Services, Nuclear Business Technology and Application Management. These departments utilize Geospatial applications, custom .Net, Power Platform, Enterprise Systems (ADMS/DCADA, Field work management solution, permitting solutions), customer facing website and portal, commercial off the shelf applications and enterprise content management solutions.

As a member of SaskPower’s Senior Management team, this position is responsible to plan, organize, direct and control the operational functions of the department with a focus on aligning departmental efforts to SaskPower’s strategic goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Allocate material, human and financial resources in order to implement corporate policies and programs, including the establishment of financial and administrative controls

Conduct and participate in strategic planning sessions in isolation or in conjunction with senior leadership in order to set measurable targets for the department

Proactively anticipate, resolve and prevent departmental issues utilizing creative and practical solutions

Manage departmental resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for the department, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement

Deliver presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors and/or other Government committees regarding policies, programs or budgets

Oversee and manage the proactive engagement and professional development of leadership staff, ensuring adequate and appropriate succession planning

Promote a proud and productive environment for all employees by fostering engagement and establishing and modelling corporate core values

Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, Commerce or other related equivalent AND/OR;

Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR;

Ten (10) years of related experience in information technology

Team leader with the ability to foster and improve the long-term development and growth of a department and managerial staff

Ability to apply a strategic focus to all areas of responsibility and manage innovative departmental practices in a continually changing environment

Ability to impact and influence employee engagement while building and maintaining effective relationships

Results oriented and strategic thinker with the ability to negotiate and manage complex and confidential issues with extreme sensitivity and professionalism

Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork

Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies

Must have a continuing record of professional development

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered.

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act.

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.

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