Legal Counsel

Position # : 203310 Expected Start Date: January 04, 2027 Union: OOS Facility: To be determined City/Town: Regina or Saskatoon Department: Executive Director Office

• Labour Relations Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Legal Counsel is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province’s healthcare goals. Reporting to the Executive Director, Labour and Employee Relations, Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal support, guidance and direction to the Saskatchewan Health Authority and affiliate organizations. Legal support will be provided for both in-scope and out-of-scope employment issues in the form of legal opinions and training regarding statute, case law and collective agreement interpretation. The incumbent represents the Saskatchewan Health Authority and affiliate organizations at grievance arbitrations, administrative hearings; including Saskatchewan Human Rights hearings, Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board hearings, and matters in Saskatchewan Courts; including judicial review applications at the Saskatchewan Court of Queen’s Bench, and applications related to collective bargaining. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience 5+ years knowledge and experience in employment law in unionized environment Strong working knowledge of all legal processes.

Education

Juris Doctor or LL.B Registered or eligible for registration with the Law Society of Saskatchewan Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable Competencies Interpersonal skills Critical thinking skills Analytical skills Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example Communication skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system Ability to be proactive and creative in decision making Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm Knowledge of legislation and applicable laws Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills.

Ability to lead and coach others Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders Other Information Travel within the region and provincially Preference would be Regina or Saskatoon, other locations within Saskatchewan will be considered.