Director, Maintenance Enforcement Office

Director, Maintenance Enforcement Office - HUM015186

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Location(s): SK-Rgna-Regina

Ministry: 003 Justice

Salary Range: $9515-$12367 Monthly

Grade: MCP.09.

About Us

The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General provides a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promoting safe and secure communities; and legal and justice policy advice to government.

The Family Justice Services Branch (FJSB), within the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General provides services to parents who need help in dealing with the difficulties of family breakdown, separation, and divorce in the healthiest way possible. The branch also collects child support. Services are provided by court direction, legislation mandate, or voluntary participation.

The Director of MEO leads a multidisciplinary team to bring neutrality, objectivity, and expertise to help families navigate the complexities of separation and divorce. Reporting to the Executive Director of Family Justice Services, they are part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing services and driving key leadership and management initiatives. The strategic vision and operational expertise this position brings will ensure MEO programs remain impactful and client focused.

The Opportunity

The Family Justice Services Branch is seeking a strategic, values-driven leader to serve as the permanent Director of the Maintenance Enforcement Office (MEO), where they will lead transformative programs that directly impact the lives of families across this province.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this position will:

• Develop and foster collaborative relationships, promoting team cohesion, building and sustaining a high-trust team environment.
• Provide leadership in policy development, legislative review, program enhancements, and service innovations to ensure alignment with evolving legal frameworks; increasing service delivery effectiveness that enhances revenue collection, directly impacting families.
• Lead strategy implementation by supporting the development, direction and execution of strategic and operational planning of the Maintenance Enforcement programs.
• Oversee program and service delivery, including risk, compliance and fiscal forecasting for the MEO
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and respect.
• Facilitate collaboration by creating and maintaining effective and valuable work relationships, strengthening connections between various programs and initiatives for organizational efficiency.
• Represent the Branch and Ministry in federal–provincial agreements, inter-provincial strategies, and funding negotiations with senior executives and external partners.
• Maintain the ability to resolve conflicts and de-escalate difficult situations through empathy and the implementation of proactive strategies for a safer work environment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader who brings a dynamic blend of strategic thinking, operational excellence and demonstrated:

• Experience in policy development, legislative review, and compliance oversight, with the ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable strategies.
• Skills in building relationships across jurisdictions and influencing policy change.
• Ability to build and sustain credible, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and convey complex issues clearly and professionally in both written and oral formats.
• Continuous improvement and process management skills, with a track record of identifying and implementing operational improvements across organizations.
• Strategic thinking and risk management capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead through change and foster employee engagement, wellness, and inclusion.
• Commitment to integrity, the public and client service with a deep understanding of how justice programs affect families and communities.

Knowledge and Experience

Typically, the successful candidate would possess the knowledge, skills and experience required for this position, or a combination there of, with:

• Inclusive leadership and team engagement strategies, including a strong commitment to excellence with a proven ability to lead through change with empathy and transparency.
• Working within complex environments, gaining buy-in through respectful and fair leadership.
• Strategic communication including writing executive level documents, such as briefing materials for executive government.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and risk management practices.
• Experience in performance management and operational excellence.
• A relevant undergraduate degree in social science, human resources, public administration, law; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Enforcement legislation, policy development, and/or family law experience.

What we offer:

• Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals
• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work: M - Monthly Out of Scope

Number of Openings: 1

Closing Date: Dec 17, 2025, 11:59:00 PM