Public Health Inspector

EO2 Environmental Officer 2 – Regular/full‑time – Health, Seniors and Long Term Care Environmental Health, Public Health

Locations:
The Pas, Thompson, Morden, Selkirk, Virden, Brandon, Winnipeg (MB)

Salary: EO2 $ 61,146.00 – $83,520.00 per year plus Remoteness Allowance and Qualification Pay where applicable.

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drive a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

The Public Health Inspector conducts inspections and investigations of public sector groups on matters related to public health, including disease and injury prevention, health promotion, communicable disease control, and potential adverse health hazards that can impact Manitobans. The position uses technical equipment and expertise to recognize, evaluate and determine compliance related to the control of public health hazards.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with regulations that fall under the Public Health Act and the Smoking and Vapour Products Control Act, as well as following the operational procedures set forth by the branch.
• Conducting inspections, monitoring, and enforcement of regulations, guidelines, by‑laws and/or Acts to ensure compliance.
• Investigating complaints and related health hazards.
• Providing clear, written and verbal communication of findings, recommendations and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Delivering presentations to stakeholders and the public as required.
• Maintaining accurate records and reports, and using industry software programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Completion of a post‑secondary degree in Environmental Health from a recognized institution (or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience).
• Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) (CPHI(C)) and ongoing membership/participation in the Canadian Public Health Inspector Association.
• Experience with inspections as well as monitoring and enforcement of regulations, guidelines, by‑laws and/or Acts to ensure compliance.
• Experience investigating complaints.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to handle conflict situations.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must have a valid Class5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Must be able to work outside in various environmental conditions and meet physical requirements such as walking, climbing, bending and kneeling.
• Must be able to work outside regular working hours and/or travel to remote locations by car, plane or boat, with the possibility of consecutive overnight stays.
• Must maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Must hold a Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) (CPHI(C)) and participate in ongoing professional development.

• Attractive salary and pension plan.
• Health and wellness benefits including health, dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and long‑term disability coverage.
• Extended health care payment for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more.
• Annual health spending account.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Paid time‑off including sick leave, wellness days and family‑related leave days.
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions.
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service.
• Parental, maternity and adoptive leave options.

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. Manitoba Public Service jobs are open to all qualified candidates, and the government encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.