Job Description
Do you value integrity and innovation? How about passion and caring? Great! Us too, and that's why you'll fit right in. Our intentional culture promotes trust and participation, encouraging you to bring your heart and mind to work every day.
In-scope
Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Regina Head office. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work from home and in the office on a scheduled rotation after completing training. Until training is complete, you will be required to work in the office, full time.
Standby Rotation Work: The successful candidate will participate in standby rotation and/or callback incidents as assigned.
Division: Digital and Information Services (Systems)
Pay Range: $62,006.00 - $78,249.00
Apply By: June 18, 2026
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
The Senior Desktop Administrator (SDA) orchestrates the end user technology experience for the corporation. This role is responsible for evaluating, planning and establishing the processes and procedures for the delivery and support of user-facing hardware and software. The SDA leads the proactive monitoring and resolution of technology issues, provides advanced escalation assistance and guidance to Desktop Administrators, oversees the fulfillment of requests, and leads the procurement of hardware and software products, working with vendors and management to complete. Participates in standby rotation and/or callback incidents as assigned.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Develops and implements the solutions and processes for, supporting and monitoring software assets and software lifecycle, including but not limited to, acquisition, testing, deployment, patching, product releases, upgrades and enhancements.
Collaborates with corporate stakeholders to develop and understand business requirements.
Investigates, recommends, and implements solutions to solve business problems and enhance environment.
Provides advanced technical guidance and support for issues related to hardware, applications/software, and the tools utilized to manage corporate technology assets.
Develops, and monitors adherence to the processes for supporting and monitoring hardware assets as well as the processes to ensure security standards and device compliance are being maintained.
Develops, supports, and monitors the processes for supporting and monitoring hardware assets as well as hardware asset management including device lifecycle, acquisition, distribution and disposal of corporate assets.
Supports the implementation of enterprise-wide IT projects and initiatives by participating in or ensuring resources have been allocated.
Oversees and ensures contribution by team members to the end use compute knowledge base as it relates to documenting issues, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews.
Analyzes, designs, and implements strategy for continuous deployment while ensuring high availability on production and pre-production systems.
Provides input to and assists in developing training material for team.
Identifies, implements, and validates automation of processes and workflows to reduce redundant and manual low value activities.
Proactively communicates with users, from analysis through resolution, to keep them informed of incident status.
Provides feedback on potential issues or concerns to mitigate future risk.
Coordinates with vendors to maintain, identify enhancements and implement solutions to optimize corporate end use compute environment.
Responsible for creating and maintaining support conditions and runbooks.
Team Leadership (Desktop Administrators)
Monitors and oversees the assignment of work.
Delegates, reviews, and ensures quality of work.
Leads the implementation of business processes, operations and policies through training, practical application, and feedback.
Provides input or participates in performance feedback.
High Performance Team & Culture
Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively meet the key accountabilities within the scope of the role.
Displays leadership by committing to a culture of continuous learning/development of self and supports others by actively sharing knowledge, providing guidance, mentoring, training, and supporting developmental opportunities.
Demonstrates that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility for self and others.
Actively applies knowledge to support transformation and strategic initiatives of the corporation, while participating and advocating change and applying a growth mindset.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Advanced knowledge of desktop support environment.
Advanced knowledge of user-facing hardware and software, including collaboration tools, voice and mobile technology, LOB applications, and common hardware models.
Advanced knowledge of IT operations, methods, products, and technology in order to respond to support requests (e.g., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office).
Proficient knowledge of TCP/IP networking.
Advanced knowledge of modern meeting room collaboration solutions.
Advanced knowledge of information technology, including operating systems, subsystem components, software, and hardware.
Proficient knowledge of systems security practices and procedures.
Proficient knowledge of methods, procedures, policies, and guidelines for all systems departments, and how their functions/applications/technologies support the delivery of IT services to SGI.
Proficient knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Two-year diploma from an accredited post-secondary education institution in a relevant field of study, such as Information Technology, or defined equivalency.
EXPERIENCE
2 – 4 years’ experience in service desk, desktop, or a relevant IT field.
At SGI, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels seen and heard, and where every individual is respected. Our commitment to reconciliation includes actively hiring Indigenous people and creating opportunities for diverse talent to thrive. We offer more than a job; we embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, provide a career with purpose, growth, and belonging. Join us and help shape a workplace where every voice matters and contributes to our shared success.
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your accommodation requests to us at [email protected] and we will work through your request with you. All information received will be kept confidential.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Leader Level 2 – Applies (Self & Others)
Accountability – Goes Beyond Basic Expectations to Implement Customer/Partner Focused Solutions
Business Acumen – Applies Business Fundamentals and Thinks in Future-Oriented Terms
Change Agility – Is Nimble; Shifts Gears Quickly and Comfortably
Leadership – Leads Self and Others
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort and Environment: Majority of time spent in a typical work environment with occasional and/or mild exposure to unpleasant conditions and moderate physical effort, which may include
regularly lifting medium weight objects and working in smaller spaces for equipment installations.
Sensory Attention: Moderate periods of concentration on a variety of sensory inputs requiring close attention several times daily.
Mental Stress: Moderate exposure to one or more mental pressures.
Pay Range:$62,006.00 - $78,249.00Posting Close Date:
June 18, 2026