Position Title : Public Health InspectorCurrent Program : Environmental HealthPosition Available : ASAPFTE:1.0Position Category : Temporary, Full-time ( Up to March 26, 2027)Reports To : Manager, Environmental HealthUnion : CUPE Local 1602 (LHKPR)Wage : $47.41 - $52.04 per hourOffice(s):Port HopePosting ID:26-042-FSummary of Duties:As a member of the Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Division, the Public Health Inspector is accountable to Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Management for the implementation of the assigned Requirements of the Environmental Health Program Standards of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2018 and related legislation and protocols including but not limited to the:Health Protection and Promotion ActSkin Cancer Prevention ActSafe Drinking Water Act and all application regulationsSafe Drinking Water and Fluoride Monitoring ProtocolFood Safety ProtocolInfection Prevention and Control ProtocolInfection Prevention and Control Complaints ProtocolInfection Prevention and Control Disclosure ProtocolInfectious Diseases ProtocolRabies Prevention and Control ProtocolRecreational Water ProtocolAreas of emphasis may include any combination of the following: Food Safety, Safe Water, Healthy Environments including Health Hazard Prevention and Management, Personal Service Settings, Infection Prevention and Control, Prevention and Management of Vector-Borne Diseases Prevention, and Rabies Prevention and Control.The Public Health Inspector is expected to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods or procedures and/or to develop new procedures to complete assigned work.Direction is to be sought when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.The position involves travel and variations of the working day.Minimum Qualifications and Position Requirements:Education:Requirements for employment as a Public Health Inspector as per Qualifications for Public Health Professionals Protocol 2018University degree in Environmental HealthCIPHI member in good standingExperience:Prior experience in the enforcement of legislation is preferredReview and understanding of engineering reports and procedures is preferredCommunity/public health and/or health promotion experience is preferredFor assignments in Infection Prevention and Control including personal services setting inspection, infection control complaint/lapse, certification in infection control (CIC) and/or certification in reprocessing of medical devices is preferredIndividuals granted certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) after January 1, 2017, will be required to maintain a regular membership with CIPHI and participate in the Continuing Professional Competencies (CPC)



programValid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for workCurrent and satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector CheckProof of immunizations required by HKPRDHUSatisfactory completion of probationary period (6 months)Responsibilities:Administration and Human ResourcesMaintains knowledge of and complies with Health Unit, departmental and divisional policies and procedures and relevant legislation.Maintains knowledge of and complies with the current collective agreement with the local bargaining unit of CUPE.Participates in performance management.Advises Director/Manager of issues, needs and accomplishments.Generates regular, timely, complete and accurate records and reports to adequately reflect the implementation of the assigned program areas and reports as required by Health Protection Management and/or the MOH.In consultation with Health Protection Division members and Management, may assist in the planning, preceptorship and evaluation of placements for students in appropriate fields of study.Works in accordance with the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.Consults with the Chief Nursing Officer on matters related to professional practice.ProfessionalDemonstrated ability to work productively and effectively without close supervision.Demonstrated ability to conduct quality inspections.Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to apply initiative, tact, diplomacy, and judgement in work-related engagements including enforcement.Demonstrated ability to organize and re-organize workload as priorities and demands change.Maintains effective working relationships with Health Unit staff, and personnel of other community agencies and volunteers.Provides information and advice to Health Protection Management, Health Unit staff, community partners and the public regarding assigned program areas.Maintains competency by attending appropriate continuing education workshops, conferences and seminars, through private study and/or participation in networks as approved by Health Protection Management.Liaises with Ministry Consultants, elected and appointed Officials, other health units, provincial organizations, and other agencies in consultation with Health Protection Management and/or MOH.Represents the Health Unit, division and/or assigned program areas on committees, boards and task forces as appropriate and as approved by EH Management.Provides consultation to municipal representatives and the public regarding regulatory requirements as they pertain to water, food safety, health hazards, personal services settings, rabies control, and emergency response.May recommend to Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Division members and Management the purchase of equipment, supplies and materials necessary for the assigned programs.In consultation with Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Management, may prepare budget for assigned projects, obtaining community partner input (and approval, if necessary)



as appropriate.May assist in the preparation of proposals for external funding to enhance programs and research projects.May provide input to draft financial reports for approval by Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Management in preparation for submission to outside funders as required.ProgramParticipates in collaborative, cooperative, coordinated work within assigned program areas and with other Health Unit staff and partners as appropriate to support the efficient and effective implementation of assigned programs.Participates in the implementation of the emergency preparedness and response plan as assigned.In collaboration with Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases Division members and community partners as appropriate, participates in the assessment, planning, development, implementation, evaluation and documentation of assigned Health Protection Division programs.Participates in division, team and individual meetings as requested by Health Protection Management to ensure the effective and effective delivery of assigned programs.Participates in 24-hour on call responsibilities as required.Participates in the maintenance of current environmental health database systems and/or electronic medical records.Participates in existing community partnerships as assigned and/or creates community partnerships to facilitate implementation of assigned programs.Participates in research projects as assigned.Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives as assigned.Complies with the Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee’s relevant best practice documents.Participates on EH PHI Intake Line rotation.PhysicalWorks in a safe manner as required by Occupational Health and Safety legislation.Performs work in an environment with frequent exposure to major disagreeable conditions or hazards.Does medium physical activity of long duration and heavy activity of intermediate duration.Performs work involving almost continuous periods of mental, visual and/or auditory concentration of intermediate duration and/or frequent periods of long duration.Detects and works toward eliminating health hazards in all assigned areas.Include your name, the position classification, and the posting ID in the email subject line: Example: “Jane Smith, Public Health Inspector, 24-4001-IE”Attach a single file (doc, docx, or pdf) including your cover letter and resume, which addresses the qualifications noted aboveLakelands Public Health is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) Standards. Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process at the request of the applicant.The Health Unit requires all employees to provide proof of vaccination of a COVID-19 vaccine series or a valid medical exemption. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide their official documentation.Please note that only applicants to be given further consideration will be contacted for an interview.Posting ID: 26-042-FApplications to be received no later than: Monday, June 8, 2026 by 4:30 PMWe’re here to help. Reach out and we’ll respond as quickly as possible.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Public Health Inspector, Temporary, Full-Time - $47.4 - $52.0 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Lakelands Public Health
📍 Winnipeg