Executive Director, Communications and Public Inquiries

Executive Director, Communications and Public Inquiries - EXE002336

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Location(s): SK-Rgna-Regina

Ministry: 026 Environment

Salary Range: $10, 466 - $13,606 Monthly

Grade: MCP.10.

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 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.

The ministry is seeking a dynamic, high performing, values-driven and strategic leader to join our senior leadership team as Executive Director, Communications and Public Inquiries. The Executive Director will report to the Deputy Minister and will oversee the development and implementation of communication strategies that create awareness of the ministry's mission. This position will also develop communication activities targeted to the public, clients, employees, the media, and other key stakeholders to ensure that the ministry's strategic direction, programs, and services are understood and supported.

The Executive Director will:

• Advise the Minister, Deputy Minister, ministry staff, and key stakeholders on strategic direction and strategic partnerships for corporate communication;
• Lead a team of communications specialists, ensuring strong branch culture and a high performing team;
• Develop and manage communication links between the ministry and stakeholders at the provincial level to ensure initiatives and messaging are consistent with the ministry policy and strategic direction;
• Identify and manage political and sensitive issues from a public relations and communications perspective;
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the strategic corporate communications plans, to ensure the ministry's plan is consistent with government and ministry mandate, goals, and objectives and to address the interdependence of the goals between the government and sectors;
• Lead strategic communications with stakeholders to coordinate communication plans such as program announcements implementing key government strategic actions;
• Oversee the creation of speaking notes, new releases and media advisors, key messages, question and answer documents, educational and awareness campaigns, visual identity, social media and correspondence;
• Lead the ministry's public inquiries function which handles upwards of 20,000 inquiries from the public annually;
• Oversee the ministry's online presence including its website and public knowledge base; and
• Oversee and approve internal communications.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven leadership ability;
• Issues management skills and the capacity to excel in high pressure situations;
• A track record of building and maintaining relationships with senior leaders;
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills;
• Knowledge, understanding and application of strategic communications;
• A solid understanding of ministry and public policy issues;
• Knowledge of public sector budgeting, forecasting, accountability, and decision-making processes;
• Demonstrated ability to act with ethics, display good judgment and make tough decisions in a timely manner; and
• The ability to sustain a high level of energy, drive, and personal commitment to the ministry.

Typically, the knowledge and competencies required for this position are acquired through:

• The completion of a degree in journalism, communications or marketing or related field along with;
• Several years of management and leadership experience in progressively more responsible positions related to communications or marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The ministry and public service core values are Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence, and Innovation, and working as One Team. The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to building a better quality of life for Saskatchewan people and growing a stronger province.

We offer:

• Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals;
• A competitive salary;
• A comprehensive benefits package, including pension;
• Paid vacation, scheduled days off and other types of leave (maternity/paternity/adoption/family/personal leave, sick leave);
• Inclusive work environments; and
• Advancement opportunities and flexible work arrangements.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work: M - Monthly Out of Scope

Number of Openings: 1

Closing Date: Nov 26, 2025, 11:59:00 PM