Careers

Test Shopper (Internal/External)

Casual x2

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 2 casual TEST SHOPPERS based from either Stratford or Clinton offices. This contract will start in March 2025 and end on December 31, 2025.

Summary:

Huron Perth Public Health is currently recruiting 2 Test Shoppers between the ages of 15-17 years old. As a Test Shopper you will work with Tobacco Enforcement Officers to ensure that tobacco and vapour retailers decline selling tobacco to those under the legal age. Note: It is not illegal for someone under 19 to have tobacco or vapour products, but the person who sold it to them has broken the law. Hours are irregular, with no minimum guarantee of hours. For summer months, we estimate up to 14 hours per month. During school months, we estimate seven (7) hours every other month.

Duties:

• Attend mandatory training
• Travel to tobacco and vapour product vendors with Tobacco Enforcement Officers
• Enter tobacco/vapour vendor premises and attempt to purchase tobacco or vapour products without proof of age
• Communicate effectively with store clerks while observing and gathering precise information suitable for evidence in court
• Self-confidence and self-assuredness with an ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to think under pressure and use judgement in situations.
• Document sales transactions in accurate written notes for use in court
• May be required to attend court hearings

Conditions:

• Available to work on Avon Maitland District School Board / Huron Perth Catholic District School Board PA days
• Be willing and able to allow photos (of themselves) to be used as evidence.
• Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement
• Immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contra indicated
• Reliable transportation to and from HPPH office (Clinton or Stratford)

Hours:

Days, evenings and weekends

Wage:

$23.05 per hour

Closing Date:

January 17, 2025 at noon

Apply to:

Angela Willert, Public Health Manager
Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca
[Please include the Posting Number 01-2025 in the subject line of your email]

Posted: January 2, 2025

Student 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 four (4) temporary full-time STUDENT PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTORS starting May 20, 2025 for 15 weeks. 

Working in a multi-disciplinary setting, the successful candidate will be exposed to most aspects of public health inspection along with an introduction to other public health disciplines (where time permits). The positions will be based out of the Clinton and Stratford (West Gore) offices. Travel will be required throughout Huron and Perth Counties and to all HPPH offices. 

Education:

Enrolment or past enrollment in a program of instruction approved by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI) Board of Certification. A list of institutions with accredited programs can be found on the CIPHI website. Candidates who have recently graduated from an accredited program seeking a 12-week practicum are eligible to apply.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the Health Protection and Promotion Act and applicable legislation
• Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft office programs
• Self-motivation

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 contra indicated
• 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:       

$26.39 per hour

Closing Date:

January 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Apply to:

Lori Collins, Manager
Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca [Please include the Posting Number 03-2025 in the subject line of your email]

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Environmental Health Students - 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 currently have openings for two (2) temporary full-time ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH STUDENTS beginning May 26, 2025, to August 29, 2025. These positions are based out of the Clinton office. Travel will be required throughout Huron and Perth Counties.

These positions support environmental sampling for its recreational water (beach) and West Nile Virus programs. Successful candidates may be called upon to assist in the delivery of other environmental health program related activities where required. This is not a public health inspector practicum.

Beach Sampling Program

Successful candidates will be required to collect recreational water samples at designated beaches across Huron and Perth Counties, post the results on the Health Unit’s web site, and utilize social media platforms to provide beach water quality related information.

West Nile Virus Program

Successful candidates will be required to set and pick up adult mosquito traps in various locations across Huron and Perth Counties, courier specimens and ensure data is maintained in applicable databases.

Education:

• Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate Environmental Health or Science-based program is an asset

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated computer and social media platforms skills
• Knowledge of the Health Protection and Promotion Act
• Excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivation

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 contra indicated
• 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 or 6:00 am – 3:30 pm; Monday to Friday (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

Wage:  

 $23.05 per hour

Closing Date:

January 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Apply to:    

Lori Collins, Manager
Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca [Please include the Posting Number 04-2025 in the subject line of your email]

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.