The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Assistant Director, Population Health

Reporting to the Director, Population Health and Chief Nursing Officer, the Assistant Director will assist in leading the Division in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned public health programs. The incumbent will:

- Lead the recruitment, selection and orientation of divisional staff; assist the Director in the management of Division staff including workforce development
- Assist in ensuring continuous quality improvement by evaluating the effectiveness of divisional programs, activities, structures, and processes to achieve goals and objectives of the Division
- Participate in determining priorities for Division including levels of service and allocation of resources
- Assist in providing Division leadership in researching, developing and monitoring long range and annual program plans in accordance with legislated program standards.
- Aid in the interpretation and monitoring of standards of public health practice in accordance with legislation and professional standards of practice




- Lead committees to advance the goals and objectives of the division
- Act as skilled advisor to various internal and external groups or agencies to support health promoting policy and program decisions
- Perform all duties in the absence of the Director

The successful applicant will possess:

- A Baccalaureate in Nursing and a Masters of Nursing or related area of study
- Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Minimum of 5 years management experience in a public health or comparable setting
- Established leadership, management, coaching and strategic thinking competencies
- Current knowledge of public health and organization theories and practices including legislation, regulation and ethics
- Proven experience with program planning, development and evaluation
- Ability to manage teams and work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team including advanced skills in facilitation, team building and conflict management
- Developed analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication and time management skills
- Competency in human resource management, risk management and financial management
- Demonstrated presentation and report writing skills
- Consistent modeling of integrity, transparency, and inclusive practices

Management & Exempt Salary Grade 9





- Salary: $146,206 to $182,757 per annum

Conditions of Employment

All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will be required prior to start date.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal prospect employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: [email protected] and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to [email protected].

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The Region of Durham may utilize artificial intelligence to assist in the preliminary assessment of applicant qualifications and submitted materials. These tools are used for the purpose of supporting and enhancing an evaluation by a human decision-maker and any information provided by AI to a human decision-maker is not determinative. Final decisions are made solely by authorized human decision-makers.

📌 Assistant Director, Population Health (Whitby)
🏢 Durham Region
📍 Whitby