Manager Population Health Division

The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Number of Available positions:

Vacancies: 1

Manager, Population Health Division

Reporting to the Director, Population Health or designate, the successful candidate will plan, implement, and evaluate public health programs and services.

The incumbent will:

- Lead the development, monitoring, and evaluation of program operational plans
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and guidelines to facilitate program and divisional operations
- Prepare budget forecasts and annual operational budgets
- Allocate and monitor human and financial resources to meet program needs
- Conduct all aspects of performance management for assigned staff including coaching, mentoring and staff
development
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards of practice and collective agreements
- Resolve routine labour relations matters and consult with the Director, Population Health or designate as needed
- Collaborate with community agencies, internal and external partners to support health promoting policy and program
decisions
- Respond to public health emergencies and time sensitive issues of public health significance
- Ensure continuous quality improvement for public health programs and services
- Participate in hiring and design and implementation of staff orientation
- Represent the Population Health Division (PHD) on divisional, departmental, and external committees
- Participate in the PHD Management Committee to achieve the goals and directions of the Division

The successful applicant must possess:

- A Baccalaureate in Nursing and a Master of Nursing, Public Health, or related discipline
- Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Minimum of 3 years Management experience in a public health or comparable setting
- Proven ability to lead the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of public health programs and services
- Established management and leadership competencies, including strategic thinking, effective decision making, change
management, coaching and mentoring
- Ability to manage teams including skills in facilitation, team building, negotiation, and conflict management
- Sound knowledge of applicable legislation including the HPPA and Ontario Public Health Standards
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated communication skills including report writing and presentations
- Demonstrated ability to develop diverse talent through inclusive leadership practices
- Previous management experience in a unionized environment is an asset

Management & Exempt Salary Grade 8

- Salary: $132,969 to $166,211 per annum

Conditions of Employment

All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. Prior to the start date, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated within two (2) months from date of hire. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: [email protected] and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to [email protected].

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