Public Health Inspector

Public Health Inspector

Health Services, Health Protection

Salary Range: $79,977.60-$99,972

Hiring Range: $79,977.60-$89,974.80

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for details

Hours of work: 35 hours per week for full time. Evening and weekend work required - the frequency of which may vary between positions

Status: 5 positions available in the following sections 

• General Programs Team (3 regular, full-time)
• Education and Information Team (1 regular, full-time)
• Infection Prevention and Control Team (1 contract – ending April 23, 2027)

 Team Assignment: Team placement is not guaranteed and may be subject to change or rotation based on operational needs.

Do you have experience conducting public health inspections?

Do you possess sound knowledge of various acts, regulations and municipal by-laws as it directly relates to health inspections?

Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with various internal and external stakeholders?

A public health inspector (PHI) is responsible for delivering public health programs and services in the community. A variety of professional and technical skills are used to conduct inspections, investigate health hazards, conduct risk assessments, and enforce compliance with applicable legislation. A PHI will lay charges, issue orders and exclusion letters as well as make appearances to testify in court.

In addition, a PHI investigates complaints, provides consultative and educational services to clients, assists with mentoring of practicum students, may be requested to participate in project working groups and performs a defined role in public health emergencies. They may participate in 24-hour on call responsibilities as required. PHIs must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biases.

Below is the list of responsibilities for each team:

General Programs Team

• Conduct inspections and investigations of various types of premises including but not limited to food service premises, and recreational water premises
• Conduct animal investigations
• Respond to emergency situations (water interruptions, power outage, fires, floods, etc.)
• Conduct special events inspections
• Investigate suspect food-borne illnesses and community outbreaks
• Uses professional and technical skills to inspect and investigate health hazards, conduct risk assessments, and enforce compliance under various acts, regulations and guidelines

Education and Information Team 

• Conduct communicable disease investigations; community outbreak investigations; food safety inspections, infection prevention and control inspections, health hazard investigations and IPAC complaint investigations in licensed childcare centres; inspections of tanning bed facilities
• Support in planning, developing, and implementing educational and promotional programs, activities, and materials
• Perform technical assessments while staffing the Health Protection Contact Centre on rotation
• Provide consultative services and direction to clients on Heath Protection programs and health hazards in the community, including various Acts, Regulations, Guidelines, and Municipal By-laws
• Uses professional and technical skills to inspect and investigate health hazards, conduct risk assessments, and enforce compliance under various acts, regulations and guidelines
• Respond to emergency situations (water interruptions, power outage, fires, floods, etc.) 

Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Team

• Conduct communicable disease investigations; community outbreak investigations; food safety inspections; infection prevention and control inspections; risk assessments; health hazard investigations and IPAC complaint investigations in licensed childcare centres, personal services settings and acupuncture facilities; inspections of tanning bed facilities and other facilities as required; pool and spa inspections in IPAC team designated facilities
• Uses professional and technical skills to inspect and investigate health hazards, conduct risk assessments, and enforce compliance under various acts, regulations and guidelines
• Respond to emergency situations (water interruptions, power outage, fires, floods, etc.)
• Conduct special event inspections 

Duties common for all of the positions

• Perform a defined role in public health emergencies
• Work evenings and weekends as needed
• Prepare response to Freedom of Information requests
• Provide accurate and thorough documentation of activities
• Use progressive enforcement in response to non-compliance with legislation by issuing warnings and charges. Prepare court case briefs and present evidence in legal proceedings
• Review and assess floor plans for regulated premises (e.g. food establishments, childcare centres as applicable to the assigned program area, investigate complaints, provide consultative and educational services to clients, including on various acts, regulations, and guidelines

Required Skills for these positions:

• Experience conducting inspections and conducting communicable disease investigations 
• Demonstrated strong judgment and investigative and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in applying progressive enforcement (issuing orders and charges, preparing crown briefs, and testifying in court)
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and presentation skills 
• Ability to travel to various regional locations within Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon. This may include multiple trips to various locations in one shift
• Ability to work in an environment with competing and shifting priorities
• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities
• Proficient computer skills - Windows XP, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, SharePoint, OneDrive, Hedgehog, use of a tablet computer in the field
• Knowledge of Incident Management System (IMS) and emergency response

 Required Qualifications for these positions:

• A university degree in applied science with a major/specialization in public health
• A Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspector certification. You must be a member in good standing of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (if certified as a Public Health Inspector in 2017 or later)
• A minimum of one year experience as a public health inspector; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Knowledge of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Ontario Public Health Standards and Protocols, and other applicable legislation/regulations

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Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (applicable for contracts over 12 months)
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (Regular Full Time roles)
• Accrue vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 paid personal days and floating holidays 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing 
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (applicable for contracts over 12 months)
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources 

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Work Mode & Job Location: 

These roles are based out of 7120 Hurontario Street in Mississauga, with limited ability to perform some aspects of the work offsite. All positions will be required to frequently travel to inspection sites in any of the three local municipalities within Peel Region to carry out the operational requirements of the position. The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies. 

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed through in-person interviews

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Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

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