Careers

Program Administrative Assistant | Full-time

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is committed to providing people with a healthy, inclusive and accommodating workplace. HPPH is an equal opportunity employer and provides a dynamic and progressive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including those with disabilities. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who take part in all aspects of recruitment and selection process in order to ensure that all materials and processes are accessible to persons with disabilities.

Summary:

We have an opening for a full-time 1.0 FTE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT starting approximately April 27, 2026. This is a full time in person, office based position out of our Clinton office. This position provides front reception to support and ensure delivery of Health Unit programs and administrative services.

Education:

• Secondary School diploma
• Advanced knowledge of Word and Excel
• Electronic databases is an asset

Skills:

• Ability to learn new software programs quickly and efficiently
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Works independently and as a team player
• Previous work in a health care facility would be an asset
• Attention to details and able to multitask frequently

Conditions:

• Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement
• Ability to work on site in our Clinton base office Monday to Friday
• Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check
• Immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contraindicated
• Successful candidates must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a safe and well-maintained vehicle suitable for carrying out duties on behalf of the employer.

Hours: 

Usually 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

Wage: 

$28.06 – $32.20 per hour

Closing Date: 

March 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Apply to:

Jessica Thompson, Manager

Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca

[Please include the Posting Number 08-2026 in the subject line of your email]

Posted: March 11, 2026

Public Health Inspector | Temporary Full-time

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is committed to providing people with a healthy, inclusive and accommodating workplace. HPPH is an equal opportunity employer and provides a dynamic and progressive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including those with disabilities. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who take part in all aspects of recruitment and selection process in order to ensure that all materials and processes are accessible to persons with disabilities.

Summary:

We have an opening for a temporary full-time 1.00 FTE PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR starting April, 2026 and ending December 31, 2027. The base office for this position will be Stratford - West Gore.

The successful candidate will work with a dynamic and progressive group of professionals on a
multidisciplinary team. Public Health Inspectors on the Environmental Health Team are responsible
for:

• Minimizing the incidence of health hazards through education, inspections and investigations under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Inspection and Investigation programs: Food Safety; Health Hazards; Rabies, Zoonotic and Vector-borne Diseases, Infectious and Communicable Diseases Prevention and Control and Safe Water programs.
• Progressive enforcement activities under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.

Qualifications:

• Hold the CPHI(C) credential
• A bachelor’s degree in applied sciences or equivalent from an institution approved by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI) Board of Certification
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Certified Public Health Inspector preferred
• Membership with the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors preferred
• Proficiency in oral and written communication including computer skills
• Possesses knowledge and application of the Health Protection and Promotion Act and associated regulations

Skills:

• Demonstrated evidence-informed risk assessment, investigative and problem-solving abilities, and skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Windows, Microsoft office programs and use of the Internet; knowledge of the Hedgehog Inspection Database is an asset.

Conditions:

• Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement
• Ability to work on site in our Clinton base office Monday to Friday
• Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check
• Immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contraindicated
• Successful candidates must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a safe and well-maintained vehicle suitable for carrying out duties on behalf of the employer.

Hours: 

Usually 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

Wage: 

$43.20 – $50.70 per hour

Closing Date: 

March 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Apply to:

Lori Collins, Public Health Manager

Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca

[Please include the Posting Number 09-2026 in the subject line of your email]

Posted: March 11, 2026

Public Health Inspector | Part-time

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is committed to providing people with a healthy, inclusive and accommodating workplace. HPPH is an equal opportunity employer and provides a dynamic and progressive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including those with disabilities. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who take part in all aspects of recruitment and selection process in order to ensure that all materials and processes are accessible to persons with disabilities.

We have an opening for a part-time 0.5 FTE PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR starting April 2026. This position can be based from either our Clinton or Stratford-West Gore office.

Summary:

The successful candidate will work with a dynamic and progressive group of professionals on a
multidisciplinary team. Public Health Inspectors on the Environmental Health Team are responsible
for:

• Minimizing the incidence of health hazards through education, inspections and investigations under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Inspection and Investigation programs: Food Safety; Health Hazards; Rabies, Zoonotic and Vector-borne Diseases, Infectious and Communicable Diseases Prevention and Control, and Safe Water programs.
• Progressive enforcement activities under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.

Qualifications:

• Hold the CPHI(C) credential
• A bachelor’s degree in applied sciences or equivalent from an institution approved by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI) Board of Certification.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Certified Public Health Inspector preferred
• Membership with the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors preferred
• Proficiency in oral and written communication including computer skills
• Possesses knowledge and application of the Health Protection and Promotion Act and associated regulations

Skills:

• Demonstrated evidence-informed risk assessment, investigative and problem-solving abilities, and skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Windows, Microsoft office programs and use of the Internet; knowledge of the Hedgehog Inspection Database is an asset.

Conditions:

• Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.
• Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check
• Immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contraindicated.
• Successful candidates must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a safe and well-maintained vehicle suitable for carrying out duties on behalf of the employer.

Hours: 

Usually 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

Wage: 

$43.20 – $50.70 per hour

Closing Date: 

March 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Apply to:

Lori Collins, Public Health Manager

Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca

[Please include the Posting Number 10-2026 in the subject line of your email]

Posted: March 11, 2026