Boyden
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara Peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as, a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
Niagara Region Public Health and Emergency Services is committed to providing public health programs and services, and an effective response to the changing public health needs of the communities we serve. This commitment is demonstrated through health protection, disease prevention, health promotion, emergency services and injury prevention programs. Our team of skilled health professionals work closely with our community to improve the social and physical environments where we live, learn, work, and play so residents can reach their full health potential.
As the Commissioner of Public Health reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position, in accordance with applicable legislation, provides medical expertise and additionally, a high level of strategic leadership in the delivery of public health and emergency programs and services to the Regional Municipality of Niagara. The position ensures all departmental programs and services respond to the strategic priorities, objectives and initiatives of the Region, as well as the various provincially legislated responsibilities of a Medical Officer of Health.
The Medical Officer of Health carries out the prescribed responsibilities, reporting to the Board of Health, in accordance with the Health Protection & Promotion Act (HPPA). The Commissioner reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) on all other areas of responsibility, including emergency services, Ontario Health-funded mental health services, and physician recruitment. In pursuit of a unified organization, this role works collaboratively with the Corporate Leadership Team under the Chief Administrative Officer’s leadership in the day-to-day execution of all areas of responsibility.
An inspirational and strategic leader, the Commissioner of Public Health/Medical Officer of Health will meet the educational qualifications under the HPPA and Regulation 566 Qualifications of Board of Health Staff (RRO 1990) as current. Specifically, this includes:
Current license (or eligibility) to independently practice medicine from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
Be the holder of one of the following:
fellowship in Public Health & Preventive Medicine from The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada;
a certificate, diploma or degree from a university in Canada that is granted after not less than one academic year of full-time post-graduate studies or its equivalent in public health comprising, (i) epidemiology, (ii) quantitative methods, (iii) management and administration, and (iv) disease prevention and health promotion; or a qualification from a university outside Canada that is considered by the Minister to be equivalent to the qualifications.
Over 10 years of senior management experience in assuming overall accountability and leadership for a multi-disciplinary portfolio, preferably in a government setting would be an asset.
For more information or to pursue this opportunity, please contact Jim Stonehouse, Partner and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner, via Kathy Luu kluu@boyden.com .
At Niagara Region you will work with people who have different backgrounds and ideas. We are all unified by our desire to add value and make a difference. We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. We can provide accommodation for a disability in all employment activities, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Contact us if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara Peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as, a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
Niagara Region Public Health and Emergency Services is committed to providing public health programs and services, and an effective response to the changing public health needs of the communities we serve. This commitment is demonstrated through health protection, disease prevention, health promotion, emergency services and injury prevention programs. Our team of skilled health professionals work closely with our community to improve the social and physical environments where we live, learn, work, and play so residents can reach their full health potential.
As the Commissioner of Public Health reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position, in accordance with applicable legislation, provides medical expertise and additionally, a high level of strategic leadership in the delivery of public health and emergency programs and services to the Regional Municipality of Niagara. The position ensures all departmental programs and services respond to the strategic priorities, objectives and initiatives of the Region, as well as the various provincially legislated responsibilities of a Medical Officer of Health.
The Medical Officer of Health carries out the prescribed responsibilities, reporting to the Board of Health, in accordance with the Health Protection & Promotion Act (HPPA). The Commissioner reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) on all other areas of responsibility, including emergency services, Ontario Health-funded mental health services, and physician recruitment. In pursuit of a unified organization, this role works collaboratively with the Corporate Leadership Team under the Chief Administrative Officer’s leadership in the day-to-day execution of all areas of responsibility.
An inspirational and strategic leader, the Commissioner of Public Health/Medical Officer of Health will meet the educational qualifications under the HPPA and Regulation 566 Qualifications of Board of Health Staff (RRO 1990) as current. Specifically, this includes:
Current license (or eligibility) to independently practice medicine from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
Be the holder of one of the following:
fellowship in Public Health & Preventive Medicine from The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada;
a certificate, diploma or degree from a university in Canada that is granted after not less than one academic year of full-time post-graduate studies or its equivalent in public health comprising, (i) epidemiology, (ii) quantitative methods, (iii) management and administration, and (iv) disease prevention and health promotion; or a qualification from a university outside Canada that is considered by the Minister to be equivalent to the qualifications.
Over 10 years of senior management experience in assuming overall accountability and leadership for a multi-disciplinary portfolio, preferably in a government setting would be an asset.
For more information or to pursue this opportunity, please contact Jim Stonehouse, Partner and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner, via Kathy Luu kluu@boyden.com .
At Niagara Region you will work with people who have different backgrounds and ideas. We are all unified by our desire to add value and make a difference. We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. We can provide accommodation for a disability in all employment activities, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Contact us if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.
c/o Odgers Berndtson
Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities – home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join a diverse team of talented and motivated staff who embody values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged, empowered employees. Help #BeTheReason the entire country is talking about Hamilton and achieve the City’s vision of being “the best place to raise a child and age successfully.”
Reporting to the Medical Officer of Health, the Associate Medical Officer of Health (AMOH) will provide leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team of professional service providers. Using organizational knowledge and vision, the AMOH will provide strategic leadership and direction to an assigned group of Programs, ensuring alignment with the City, Public Health Services and Board of Health/Council mission, vision, values and objectives. The AMOH will work with the Director in the assigned area to provide leadership in program design, planning, monitoring and evaluation, change management, research and mentorship while establishing an effective relationship with Council as the Board of Health. This role will assist the Medical Officer of Health and provide coverage as the Acting Medical Officer of Health when necessary, covering all aspects of the role. Participating in emergency preparedness planning, development and training, the AMOH will be responsible for providing leadership in emergency response within an IMS model.
Requirements include a degree in medicine, full, unrestricted license for independent practice from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario, post-graduate qualifications in Public/Community Health and Epidemiology, in accordance with the requirements of the Health Protection & Promotion Act, and Fellowship in Community Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada or equivalent.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership and management experience in health-related programs and service delivery. Your strategic approach to developing and implementing a comprehensive approach to public health programs supports your strong relationship building skills and commitment to developing effective partnerships and collaborations. You are dedicated to equity and bring principal based leadership to the team along with the talent to build and foster trusting relationships and presence to influence a broad range of stakeholders. Most importantly, you care – about the residents you support, your team, and the community as a whole.
To explore this opportunity further in confidence, please contact sarah.shaikh@odgersberndtson.com or submit your resume and letter of interest online by June 29th, 2022 at: https://www.odgersberndtson.com/en/careers/17891
The City of Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.
Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities – home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join a diverse team of talented and motivated staff who embody values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged, empowered employees. Help #BeTheReason the entire country is talking about Hamilton and achieve the City’s vision of being “the best place to raise a child and age successfully.”
Reporting to the Medical Officer of Health, the Associate Medical Officer of Health (AMOH) will provide leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team of professional service providers. Using organizational knowledge and vision, the AMOH will provide strategic leadership and direction to an assigned group of Programs, ensuring alignment with the City, Public Health Services and Board of Health/Council mission, vision, values and objectives. The AMOH will work with the Director in the assigned area to provide leadership in program design, planning, monitoring and evaluation, change management, research and mentorship while establishing an effective relationship with Council as the Board of Health. This role will assist the Medical Officer of Health and provide coverage as the Acting Medical Officer of Health when necessary, covering all aspects of the role. Participating in emergency preparedness planning, development and training, the AMOH will be responsible for providing leadership in emergency response within an IMS model.
Requirements include a degree in medicine, full, unrestricted license for independent practice from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario, post-graduate qualifications in Public/Community Health and Epidemiology, in accordance with the requirements of the Health Protection & Promotion Act, and Fellowship in Community Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada or equivalent.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership and management experience in health-related programs and service delivery. Your strategic approach to developing and implementing a comprehensive approach to public health programs supports your strong relationship building skills and commitment to developing effective partnerships and collaborations. You are dedicated to equity and bring principal based leadership to the team along with the talent to build and foster trusting relationships and presence to influence a broad range of stakeholders. Most importantly, you care – about the residents you support, your team, and the community as a whole.
To explore this opportunity further in confidence, please contact sarah.shaikh@odgersberndtson.com or submit your resume and letter of interest online by June 29th, 2022 at: https://www.odgersberndtson.com/en/careers/17891
The City of Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.
