Business Manager, Emergency Communications

Wascana; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency in Prince Albert, SK, is seeking a Business Manager, Emergency Communications to lead financial oversight, HR, procurement, and service delivery. You will develop strategies, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement in emergency communications across the province.

Reporting to senior management, you will supervise administrative, technical, and operational staff, ensure compliant budgeting and procurement, and foster cross‑functional collaboration in a

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of administrative, technical, and operational staff, overseeing human resources, financial management, and service delivery functions to align with strategic goals in the Ministry.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive financial strategies—including budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, expenditure analysis, and regulatory compliance—while providing strategic financial advice to the senior management team.
• Oversee administrative and operational support services such as facilities management, IT coordination, procurement, contract administration, and compliance with trade agreements, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
• Manage recruitment, training, performance management, labour relations, and conflict resolution, while fostering cross‑training and professional development across support units.
• Coordinate daily operations, develop work plans, monitor progress, and report on performance outcomes to support continuous improvement and accountability.
• Represent the organization on committees and contribute to translating strategic plans and program priorities into actionable service delivery initiatives.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for materials management, accounting, and clerical teams, ensuring integrated, aligned, and effective operations.

Skills

Accountability

Innovation

Collaboration

Inclusion

Adaptability

Outcomes-focused

Communication

Critical Thinking

Data Literacy

Influence

Navigating Ambiguity

Managing Self

Managing Organizational Resources

Health, Safety and Wellness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or related field

Job description

Business Manager, Emergency Communications

Prince Albert, SK, Canada

Job Info

• Apply Before 08/28/2026, 05:59 AM
• Locations Prince Albert, SK, Canada
• Employment Type Permanent Full-time
• Salary Range 39.300 - 51.096
• Hours of Work M – Monthly Out of Scope
• Workplace Diversity Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in Diversity Groups below.
• Diversity Groups Persons with disabilities
• Diversity Groups Members of a visible minority group
• Diversity Groups Women in underrepresented roles
• Occupation Code SAD
• Grade MCP.05.
• Organization 537 Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency
• Number of Openings 1

About Us

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. 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.

About the Team

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is a Treasury Board Crown responsible for provincial emergency management, along with SaskAlert, fire safety, wildfire management and Saskatchewan's 911 emergency dispatching services. SPSA’s mission is to safeguard and protect the people, property and resources of Saskatchewan through partnerships, coordinated planning, education, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery. With a fleet of specialized aircraft, equipment, personnel and bases across the province, SPSA responds to emergencies and disasters from the air, on the ground and behind the scenes. As home of the Fire Commissioner, the SPSA also assists communities in compliance with the National Fire Code through investigations conducted by designated inspectors/peace officers.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Opportunity:

This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative professional who enjoys balancing people leadership, financial oversight, problem solving, and process improvement in support of Saskatchewan's critical emergency communications services.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of administrative, technical, and operational staff, overseeing human resources, financial management, and service delivery functions to align with strategic goals in the Ministry.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive financial strategies—including budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, expenditure analysis, and regulatory compliance—while providing strategic financial advice to the senior management team.
• Oversee administrative and operational support services such as facilities management, IT coordination, procurement, contract administration, and compliance with trade agreements, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
• Manage recruitment, training, performance management, labour relations, and conflict resolution, while fostering cross‑training and professional development across support units.
• Coordinate daily operations, develop work plans, monitor progress, and report on performance outcomes to support continuous improvement and accountability.
• Represent the organization on committees and contribute to translating strategic plans and program priorities into actionable service delivery initiatives.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for materials management, accounting, and clerical teams, ensuring integrated, aligned, and effective operations.

Qualifications

Job Capabilities:

In this leadership and supervisory role, we are seeking someone who:

• Holds themselves and others accountable for delivering on work expectations.
• Demonstrates innovation and supports their team to identify, iterate, and implement new solutions.
• Brings people together in a collaborative manner and builds relationships that deliver desired outcomes.
• Is inclusive, promotes, supports, and enables belonging, encourages diversity, and values all contributions.
• Is adaptable, anticipates the impact of change, models agility, and supports their team through ambiguity.
• Is outcomes-focused, enables their team to meet or exceed established goals, and balances longer term objectives with tactical execution.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of human resources, financial administration, procurement, and contract management practices.
• Experience supervising staff and managing competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policy, collective agreements, and administrative procedures.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level C)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)
• Managing Organizational Resources (Level C)
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities

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.