Vice President, Pension & Benefits

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has advanced the interests of teachers and advocated for excellence in public education for more than 90 years. We are a professional organization representing over 13,500 teachers employed in PreK-12 schools across the province who are trusted and respected leaders and partners in education.

What we do

Working with the Federation is more than a job. It’s about contributing, through your professional background, to quality public education. It’s about providing exceptional programs and services that support Saskatchewan teachers and their profession.

What we value

We work as a team, recognizing that we all play a part, directly or indirectly, in realizing our purpose. We are committed to a workplace that engages its diverse workforce and offers a stimulating environment where individuals are provided with opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. We are inclusive and celebrate diversity by supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.

What you’ll do

The Vice President, Pension and Benefits provides strategic leadership and oversight for the administration and governance of the Federation’s pension and benefit programs, including the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Retirement Plan, Teachers’ Long-Term Disability, and Teachers’ Group Life and Health programs. This role ensures compliance with legislation, promotes member-focused service delivery, and supports the sustainability and integrity of all pension and benefit plans.

Responsibilities include strategic leadership, pension and benefit plan management, financial management, risk management, and staff leadership.

What you’ll bring

• An undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, commerce or related degree and a minimum of 12 years in progressively responsible related positions including senior level experience in pension and benefit management.
• Investment management experience or a strong understanding of pension fund investment principles would be considered a significant asset.
• A relevant designation and/or certification, such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Pension Plan Administration Certification (PPAC), or Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated visionary leadership and creative thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to empower staff, coach and mentor employees and create an engaged, high-performance workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain an in-depth, broad and current knowledge of governance, financial and risk management principles, best practices for pension and benefit plans, and policy development
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships across organizational work units and with external service providers and business partners.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills that are based on sound research and analysis.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills in dealing with people both within and outside the organization.
• Possess a broad skill set in the use of various software applications.

What we offer

• 4 weeks starting vacation and paid time off to deal with family, health and sickness, and compassionate situations.
• 100% employer paid benefits from day one.
• Employer Matching defined contribution plan, saving for your future up to 18%.
• Free parking.

How to apply

For a complete job description and application procedures, please visit our website at https://www.stf.sk.ca/about-stf/careers. The deadline for applications is 5PM, Monday, February 16, 2026.