Public Health Inspector - Temporary Full Time

Southwestern Public Health•St. Thomas, ON

7d•CA$43 - CA$50•Hybrid

About The Position

Southwestern Public Health prides itself on the flexible work environment that employees have come to appreciate and value. SWPH is a workplace where employees are integral to the research, planning, collaborative efforts and delivery of programs and services. This position is presently located at the St. Thomas site. This posting is for one (1) current vacancy. This position is anticipated to extend until December 31, 2026, subject to availability of work and funding. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Public Health Inspector (PHI) provides public health inspection services to communities, institutions, and individuals throughout the life cycle for the purposes of promotion of health, prevention of illness and injury, and control of infectious diseases. PHIs are actively involved in the delivery of the following Health Protection Programs: Control of Infectious Diseases, Food Safety, Safe Water, Rabies Prevention and Control, Infection Control, Vector Borne Diseases, Climate Change, Personal Services Settings, Risk Assessment and Inspection of Facilities and Health Hazard Management and Prevention. Responsibilities include inspection and enforcement of applicable sections of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, and its regulations and protocols, the Ontario Public Health Standards, and associated Protocols as well as this agency’s internal policies and procedures, all of which are amended from time to time.

Requirements

Current Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) C.P.H.I.(C)
Four (4) year degree from a post-secondary academic institution that is accredited by the Board of Certification of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI) or equivalent
Sound base in public health theory, principles and concepts and health education and promotion strategies, environmental health, infectious disease control, epidemiology, and biostatistics
Knowledge of applicable legislation (e.g., Health Protection and Promotion Act, Day Nurseries Act, Provincial Offences Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, etc.) and related regulations/standards/manuals/protocols as they relate to environmental and public health
Knowledge of and experience working with Public Health Inspection competencies
Knowledge of the judicial process
Knowledge of information systems and other appropriate technologies including computer usage skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team including the ability to work collaboratively
Investigative, observational, and decision-making skills
Good written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation, conflict negotiation and advocacy as well as problem solving skills
Teaching, learning theory and adult education principles
Ability to participate in program development, management, and evaluation
Ability to participate in process of community development and development of public policy
Committed to lifelong learning and involvement in professional associations such as CIPHI and its Continuing Professional Competencies Program
Valid Ontario Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
Accountable for complying with the Ontario Public Health Standards
Adheres to principles, standards, professional/personal boundaries, and codes of conduct established by CIPHI and organization policies
Ability to work flexible hours when necessary, including in an on-call capacity
Adherence with PHIPA and SWPH’s policies and procedures
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, are able to provide proof of immunization, and acknowledgement to follow Southwestern Public Health's policies and processes related to COVID-19 management in the workplace.
A criminal reference check completed within the last six (6) months from a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPID), inclusive of vulnerable sector screening will be required of the successful candidate.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year on the job experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Inspection and enforcement of applicable sections of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, and its regulations and protocols, the Ontario Public Health Standards, and associated Protocols as well as this agency’s internal policies and procedures.
Provide public health inspection services to communities, institutions, and individuals throughout the life cycle for the purposes of promotion of health, prevention of illness and injury, and control of infectious diseases.
Actively involved in the delivery of Health Protection Programs including: Control of Infectious Diseases, Food Safety, Safe Water, Rabies Prevention and Control, Infection Control, Vector Borne Diseases, Climate Change, Personal Services Settings, Risk Assessment and Inspection of Facilities and Health Hazard Management and Prevention.