Public Health Inspectors - Sault Ste. Marie

Algoma Public Health; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Algoma Public Health is seeking a certified Public Health Inspector in Sault Ste. Marie. The role involves promoting health and enforcing regulations to reduce health hazards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and certification in Public Health Inspection.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in environmental or health science required.
• Experience as a Public Health Inspector is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Promote and protect community health by enforcing regulations.
• Educate on health hazards and communicable diseases.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science

Certificate in Public Health Inspection

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Public Health Inspectors - Sault Ste. Marie

Location - Sault Ste. Marie

1 Permanent Full-Time

1 Temporary Full-Time (up to August 31, 2025)

1 Temporary Full-Time (up to 18 months)

Salary Range: $80,407.60 - $91,709.80

Position Summary

Algoma Public Health (APH) is seeking a certified Public Health Inspector (PHI) to work with our team. As a Public Health Inspector working for APH, you will have a diverse portfolio of work that contributes to the reduction of; communicable diseases, health hazards, and health inequities within Algoma communities.

Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Health, the PHI promotes and protects individual and community health by educating and enforcing pertinent provincial Acts and Regulations, municipal by-laws, and agency policies. The legislation includes but is not limited to; theHealth Protection and Promotion Act,theHealthy Menu Choices Act,theSkin Cancer Prevention Act,theOntario Building Code Act,theProvincial Offences Act,and theSmoke-Free Ontario Act.

Qualifications

Ability, Experience, and Skills for this position include (but not limited to):

• Post-secondary bachelor’s degree in environmental science, health science, applied science, or equivalent.
• Certificate in or working towards a Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) from the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors. Preferences are shown to a candidate who holds certification as an inspector under Part 8- Sewage Systems, of the Ontario Building Code Act.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources relevant to the area of environmental health.
• Previous experience working as a Public Health Inspector at a public health unit is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interest in professional development and self-learning.
• Strong time management and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be reliable and have a good attendance record.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours, including weekends and evenings, as required.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential, proficiency in both official languages is considered an asset.
• Requires a valid “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of a reliable vehicle.
• As a condition of hire, you are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, per our COVID-19 Immunization policy, unless medically contraindicated. Should you be a successful candidate, you will be required to comply with our COVID-19 Immunization policy that is in effect.
• A current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) with satisfactory clearance is a condition of employment, at own expense.

Algoma Public Health believes in and is committed to promoting diversity in our workforce and ensuring accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.We will work with you to meet your needs.

Submit applications to:

Algoma Public Health
c/o Human Resources
294 Willow Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, ONP6B 0A9

Deadline for Application: Posting will remain active until position has been filled.

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We would like to thank all candidates for responding; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.