Assistant Deputy Minister

Job summary

Lead the Policing and Community Safety Services Division by providing strategic direction and oversight for provincial policing and public safety initiatives. Manage a $425 million budget and oversee the contractual relationship with the RCMP and other law enforcement partners.

Job details

The Opportunity: The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking a collaborative and strategic senior executive, with policing experience, to lead the Policing and Community Safety Services Division within the Ministry of Community Safety. Reporting to the Deputy Minister, the Assistant Deputy Minister provides executive leadership, strategic direction and oversight for provincial policing, law enforcement services, public safety, crime prevention, and community safety initiatives that support safer communities across Saskatchewan. The Division is responsible for an annual operating budget of approximately $425 million, including significant strategic investments that enhance frontline policing capacity and community safety outcomes. The Assistant Deputy Minister contributes to the ministry's broader policy, legislative and public safety agenda through strategic advice, operational leadership, and collaborative stewardship of RCMP contract management, First Nations and Indigenous policing initiatives, provincial enforcement and protective services programs, and partnerships with federal, provincial, municipal, Indigenous and community stakeholders. Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership, vision and direction for the Policing and Community Safety Services Division in support of government priorities and the ministry's mandate. Lead, coach and develop a senior management team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, inclusion, collaboration and service excellence. Provide expert advice and recommendations to the Deputy Minister and Minister on complex policing, public safety, Indigenous policing, protective services, legislative and regulatory matters. Oversee Saskatchewan's contractual relationship with the RCMP, including strategic planning, service delivery performance, financial stewardship and federal-provincial engagement respecting contract policing and related public safety priorities. Provide leadership and strategic input into the development, implementation and evaluation of provincial policies, legislation, programs and strategies that strengthen community safety and support effective policing and public safety outcomes. Provide executive oversight for Provincial Protective Services which delivers enforcement, intelligence, investigative, security and community safety services throughout Saskatchewan. Lead strategic initiatives that enhance Saskatchewan's capacity to respond to complex and evolving policing, public safety and community safety challenges through innovation, collaboration and system-wide partnerships. Foster and maintain productive relationships with Indigenous governments and organizations, municipalities, police services, police governance bodies, federal and provincial partners, community organizations and other stakeholders. Direct the allocation and oversight of significant public investments, funding programs and contracts that enhance frontline policing capacity and community safety outcomes across Saskatchewan. Represent Saskatchewan on provincial, national and intergovernmental committees, working groups and negotiations related to policing, public safety and justice issues. Ensure effective governance, organizational performance, risk management and stewardship of financial, human and operational resources. Model the values of Saskatchewan's Public Service while promoting a respectful, inclusive and high-performing workplace. Job Capabilities: This opportunity is for experienced senior executives, with policing experience and a demonstrated record of achieving results in complex, collaborative and stakeholder-rich environments. For the executive leadership role, we are seeking someone who: Is outcomes-focused, establishes vision, communicates goals, and measures effectiveness of those outcomes. Fosters a culture of accountability and ensures resources are directed to support strategic goals. Is an innovator who removes barriers, enables responsible risk-taking and encourages forward thinking. Is a collaborator who creates and nurtures opportunities for engagement and strategic partnerships. Champions inclusion, addresses systemic barriers, and encourages divergent perspectives. Is adaptable, leads decisively in a rapidly changing environment and demonstrates resilience. Technical Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge of government legislative and regulatory processes and protocols, as it relates to public policy development and financial management. Job Skills: Communication (Level E) Critical Thinking (Level E) Digital Skills (Level E) Interacting with Others (Level E) Navigating Ambiguity (Level E) Managing Self (Level E) Health, Safety and Wellness (Level E) Data Literacy (Level E) Influence (Level E) Political and Organizational Awareness (Level E) Managing Organizational Resources (Level E) Managing Talent (Level E) Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here. What We Offer: Dynamic and challenging work Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package including pension Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave Inclusive work environments Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities Flexible work arrangements Our Commitment to Excellence: The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

What you’ll do

Lead the Policing and Community Safety Services Division by providing strategic direction and oversight for provincial policing and public safety initiatives. Manage a $425 million budget and oversee the contractual relationship with the RCMP and other law enforcement partners.

Requirements

Requires an experienced senior executive with a proven track record in policing and achieving results in complex, stakeholder-rich environments. Must possess in-depth knowledge of government legislative processes, regulatory protocols, and financial management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary • Comprehensive benefits package including pension • Vacation • Scheduled days off • Other types of leave • Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities • Flexible work arrangements

Listed skills

• Policy development · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Strategic Leadership
• Policing Experience
• Public Safety Management
• Financial Stewardship
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Policy Development
• Legislative Knowledge
• Contract Management
• Critical Thinking
• Organizational Awareness
• Talent Management
• Risk Management
• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Data Literacy
• Influence

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety
• Legal
• Administrative