Job Description

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is seeking a full-time 12 week contract (approximate dates: September 15, 2025 - December 5, 2025), Student Public Health Inspector in our Environmental Health Program.

Position Summary

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is seeking a field placement student to fulfill the requirements of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors Board of Certification and to assist in the delivery of applicable Ontario Public Health Standards to communities throughout the Thunder Bay District. Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Health Programs, the successful candidate will carry out the duties and responsibilities related to a general Environmental Public Health Program. The applicant must have knowledge, experience and technical skills related to the Health Protection and Promotion Act and other applicable legislation.

Responsibilities

Inspect local food establishments, special events, child-care and long-term care facilities, public beaches and pools under the direction of a public health inspector Participate in the rabies prevention and Vector-borne disease program - including West Nile virus surveillance Monitor drinking water by sampling/inspecting water supplies Inspect small drinking water systems Investigate environmental public health and health hazard issues Provide education to general public Submit activity reports and record data for future use

Qualifications

Student/Recent Graduate of Environmental Public Health Program Valid Ontario Driver's License and provide own transportation Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion; ability to work independently; ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public Proficiency with computers and related software Education and work experience related to Occupational Health Sciences and Non-Communicable Diseases an asset Willing to work flexible hours and travel throughout the District

Please include a cover letter and resume in your application package. PDF format is preferred but not required.

Please quote competition #ST-25-03 in your cover letter when applying.

Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $17.70-$19.20 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6E7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person