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Job Category Executive Leadership and Administration Posting Date 04/09/2026, 06:00 AM Locations Saskatchewan Health Authority Apply Before 04/25/2026, 06:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Job Description Position #: 201688 Expected Start Date: May 19, 2026 Union: OOS Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Legal Counsel Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: 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 provinces healthcare goals. Reporting to the Chief Legal Counsel, Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal support, guidance and direction to the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Legal support will be provided primarily for delivery of health services, accreditation, legislative and regulatory compliance, privacy and access to information, Practitioner Staff Affairs and risk management matters in the form of negotiating, drafting legal documents, representing the SHA in disputes, advising and training regarding statute, case law and contract interpretation. The incumbent represents the Saskatchewan Health Authority in negotiations, ADR including mediations/arbitrations and matters before courts and administrative tribunals. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience Experience in diverse areas of health law and public health regulation Experience in privacy and access to information Experience in civil and administrative litigation Experience in medical professional practice regulation Education Juris Doctor (JD) Licenses Valid Class 5 driver''s license Other Education and Training Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable Advanced - Interpersonal skills Advanced - Communication skills Advanced - Critical thinking skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge in negotiation techniques Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce Knowledge in conflict resolution techniques Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills. Ability to lead and coach others Knowledge in the applicable area of law Knowledge in healthcare system in Saskatchewan and across Canada Knowledge in organization''s goals, vision, mission and values Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care Other Information Travel within the region and provincially About Us The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Mtis People. #J-18808-Ljbffr