Senior Public Health Inspector

ABOUT US
Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER
Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Health Protection, the Senior Public Health Inspector is responsible for identifying, developing and recommending health promotion strategies and programs to meet the standards and requirements of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS): Requirements for Programs, Services and Accountability (Standards) and applicable legislation and guidelines; and is responsible for enforcing activities under the Health Protection and Promotion Act through research, training and education with various internal and external stakeholders.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Researches, develops, monitors and evaluates health education and promotion programs under the Health Protection and Promotion Act and Ontario Public Health Standards.
• Identifies, develops and recommends strategies to meet health promotion needs of the Branch and the Corporation, as appropriate.
• Evaluates health promotion initiatives of public health programs and makes evidence informed recommendations for revisions, as required.
• Enforces Provincial statutory and regulatory standards; assists Public Health Inspectors, as required.
• Prepares and reviews HPPA Orders and summonses and information under the Provincial Offences Act and appears before the Justice of the Peace, as assigned.
• Identifies internal and external stakeholder relations (e.g. coalitions, task forces, NGO’s) to ensure the development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion strategies.
• Responds to program specific inquiries, phone calls, e-mails and in-person drop-ins from internal and external customers.
• Supports the divisional core competencies for Senior Public Health Inspectors through on-going learning and development activities.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Environmental Health and successful completion of additional courses/certificates related to the development, delivery and evaluation of educational programs or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Health Inspector C.P.H.I.(C.)
• Minimum four (4) years of public health experience including experience in public health inspections and in the development of education program/initiatives.
• Thorough knowledge of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, adult education and health promotion theories.
• A valid Ontario driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.