Manager Benefits

Position #: 9007217

Expected Start Date: October 27, 2025

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: To Be Determined

Department: Benefits

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

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: The Benefits Manager acts as the primary liaison with 3sHealth, resolving complex benefit-related issues, and ensuring employees and managers are supported with consistent guidance and education. The role also drives improvements to benefits-related processes, aligning them with SHA’s strategic goals to enhance employee satisfaction and workforce retention. The Benefits Manager works collaboratively with other HR teams, 3sHealth Benefits, and Finance teams to integrate benefits administration into broader workforce strategies, supporting operational goals and fostering a seamless service experience for employees.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Experience as a leader who has developed and led innovative planning
• 5 years experience in Payroll or Human Resources
• 3 years manager experience in complex computerized financial/payroll environment

Education

• Human Resources diploma
• Bachelor of Finance (BF)
• Human Resources certificate
• Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Financial skills
• Advanced - Analytical skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Advanced - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in LEAN management system
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan
• Leads the delivery of employee benefits programs, including pensions, disability income plans, and group insurance, ensuring processes are accurate, compliant, and aligned with collective agreements, legislation, and organizational policies.
• Acts as the primary liaison with 3sHealth and external stakeholders to address escalated benefits issues, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with SHA priorities.
• Provides strategic and operational guidance on benefits-related matters, including complex cases such as disability claims, leave management, and pension administration, while fostering cross-functional collaboration with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams.
• Develops and delivers education and training for employees, managers, and payroll staff on benefit programs, policies, and compliance requirements to enhance understanding and service delivery.
• Collaborates with union representatives, HR leadership, and other stakeholders to address benefit-related concerns and support collective agreement compliance.
• Provides analysis and reporting on benefits data to identify trends, address risks, and inform organizational decision-making.