Associate Medical Officer of Health – Niagara Region
Niagara Region is a regional municipality serving more than 480,000 people. It provides essential services such as clean water, roads, waste collection, public safety, housing, and more, and believes in social, environmental, and economic choices that support its diverse community.
Reporting and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, strategic direction, and medical consultation for health promotion and disease prevention programs.
- Manage multiple health portfolios and stay informed on international and provincial public health developments to advise on local responses.
- Deliver intensive medical advice on managing public health issues specific to assigned portfolios.
- Conduct research on community health problems and prepare written papers for publication and presentation at public health or specialty conferences.
- Participate in a 24‑hour on‑call system with the Medical Officer of Health for the Public Health Department.
- Manage people resource planning for the operating unit.
Qualifications
Medical Degree and either a Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Community Medicine or a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or Community Medicine from a recognized university.Minimum of 5 years of experience in a public health environment, preferably in leadership and management of public health services within a municipal or government setting.Current license to independently practice medicine from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.Strong understanding of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, OPHS, and OPHOS.Employment Details
Seniority level : ExecutiveEmployment type : Full‑timeJob function : Health Care Provider, Management, and AdministrativeIndustry : Government AdministrationApplication
Submit your resume and letter of interest online to https : / / en-careers.odgers.com / en-ca / job / 30854 / by December 19, 2025 .
To request additional information, contact Diana Pelaia of Odgers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Niagara Region 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 and Niagara Region throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do.
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