Policy School welcomes Sheldon Green as new Director of Executive Education
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sheldon Green to the position of Director of Executive Education, effective July 1, 2024.
Green brings with him a remarkable experience from a three-decade career in public sector governance, encompassing various roles in areas of education, economic development, and government leadership.
"JSGS is excited to welcome Sheldon to our team,” said Dr. Loleen Berdahl (PhD), JSGS Executive Director. “His commitment to public service and strategic leadership skills will guide us forward in supporting public sector leaders and policy researchers with experiential learning that reflects the evolving policy landscape."
In his more than 23 years with the Government of Saskatchewan, Green served in several management roles, including Acting Deputy Minister of Government Relations and for First Nations, Métis, and Northern Affairs, and Assistant Deputy Minister of Municipal Relations. He has also served as Director on various boards, including Economic Developers Association of Manitoba, Manitoba Professional Planners Institute, and Youth Ballet of Saskatchewan.
“I look forward to working with the team and collaborating for the advancement and excellence of our program offerings,” said Green.
Green's professional journey is marked by significant achievements, including leadership roles in the development and evolution of Saskatchewan’s first Municipal Revenue Sharing program linked to the provincial economy, with an annual budget value of $340 million, and implementing The Municipalities Act.
He has also played an important role in the provincial COVID-19 response planning and the Saskatchewan Housing Strategy Advisory Committee. Sheldon Green is a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for outstanding service to the Government Province of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Premier’s Award for Excellence in the Public Service.
Green’s diverse background includes three years as an educator, during which he chaired the Common Essential Learnings Implementation Committee and served as the school Athletic Director. He then transitioned into economic development, holding positions such as Manager/Economic Development Officer, Business Development Officer, and Chief Executive Officer for a Community Futures Development Corporation.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Green also co-authored and published The Rider Book of Lists: 100 lists honouring 100 years of the Saskatchewan Roughriders (2010), celebrating the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Green earned his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees at the University of Saskatchewan and holds a Master of City Planning (MCP) from the University of Manitoba.