Jim Reiter was first elected MLA for Rosetown-Elrose in the 2007 provincial election. He was subsequently re-elected in 2011, 2016, 2020, and 2024.

He was first appointed to cabinet in May 2009, as Minister of Highways and Infrastructure. Since then, he has served as Minister of Energy and Resources, Minister of SaskBuilds and Procurement, Minister responsible for SaskGaming, Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission, Minister of Health, Minister of Government Relations, and Minister responsible for First Nations, Métis, and Northern Affairs.

Jim currently serves as Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance, Minister of Immigration and Career Training, Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, and Minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board.

Before he became involved in provincial politics Jim served in a number of positions with the Rural Municipal Administrators’ Association, including President. Among his educational accomplishments is a Senior Certificate in Local Government Administration from the University of Regina. He also served six years on the U of R Senate. Jim has also served his community as a Justice of the Peace and Marriage Commissioner.

Jim and his wife Bonnie reside in Rosetown.