Program Manager, Public Health - Jobs in Ottawa, ON

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Requisition ID: 941Department: Ottawa Public HealthService: Ottawa Public Health Dept.Branch: Communicable Diseases ServiceEmployment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - (up to 6 months)Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per weekAffiliation: MPESalary Information: $100,423.96 - $127,008.70 annually (2019 rates of pay)Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean (Temporarily working remotely due to Covid-19)Job Category: Ottawa Public Health RecruitmentApplication Close: 01/12/2021JOB SUMMARYYou are responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of public health activities, programs, services and initiatives consistent with corporate strategic direction and vision, and in accordance with provincial public health standards and legislated requirements, to city-wide populations, targeted geographic subgroups and unique non-geographic subgroups.You also provide professional leadership and coordination in the planning, implementation and administration of public health policies and programs for an assigned unit, and establish and maintain positive client relationships with internal and external management and stakeholders. In addition, you develop and monitor operating budgets, and manage the human resources of the unit, including hiring, termination, performance management and discipline of staff as necessary.Public Health content expertise is required in one or more of the following areas (note the specific groupings may change):

• Health Promotion & Disease Prevention: health promotion, policy development & health protection services related to reproductive health, child & youth health, adult and senior health, healthy eating, healthy weights, comprehensive tobacco control, physical activity, cancer screening, health inequities, prevention of injuries & substance use.
• Evidence, Preparedness & Information: population health assessment, research and program evaluation methods, epidemiological principles, public health emergency preparedness & response, and knowledge exchange techniques.
• Infectious Disease Prevention & Control: healthy sexuality, chronic disease prevention, early detection of cancer, injury prevention including substance use prevention and harm reduction, sexually transmitted infections including HIV/AIDS, communicable disease management, including Tuberculosis case management, immunization recording, surveillance & promotion, administration of vaccinations in schools (Hepatitis C, HPV & Meningococcal C) and in community settings (Influenza), provision of vaccines to primary care providers in the community.
• Environment and Health Protection: food safety, dental services, infection control, rabies, safe water, outbreak management, health hazards, personal services, environmental issues and advocacy.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCECompletion of 4 year university degree in Health or equivalent. Nursing degree is required for designated positions.Minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Health/Community Health practice, preferably in the area of implementing public health programs, including a minimum of 2 years of supervisory/management experience and experience in the management of human resources and/or external contract resources, and management of operating and capital budgets, preferably in a municipal setting.Master’s degree in Health, Education or Business, a professional degree in a specific health discipline, and/or relevant management level work experience in a Public Health Unit may be an asset for specific positions.CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCESRegistered Nurse (RN) current with College of Nurses of Ontario for specific positionsKNOWLEDGE

• General knowledge of the City of Ottawa and of corporate and departmental policies and procedures including the development
• Legislation, policies, regulations, guidelines and operational procedures relevant to the operational area including Ontario Public Health Standards and public health legislation, Population & Community health theory and practices, and current principles and practices of Public Health theory and practices
• Contract document preparation, the tendering process and supervision of field services
• Supervisory experience and motivational techniques. Working knowledge of corporate human resource policies, practices and collective agreements related to managing in a unionized environment, including hiring, dismissal, performance management and the grievance procedure
• Financial management practices and budget processes
• Methods used to deal with the media in a professional manner
• Community development and mobilization
• Standards specific to specialty area and public policy development and evaluation methods
• Equipment operation specific to specialty area
• Computer applications, including MS Office,
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance.
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIESLeadership Competencies:The key competencies that describe the skills and behaviours expected to be demonstrated by managers and supervisors at the City of Ottawa are available on Ozone. The seven Leadership Competencies, which align with Servant Leadership, are:

• Strategic Leadership - Sets/implements the strategic direction, understands internal and external trends, the political sensitivities of the organization and applies this knowledge to support the long-term vision and success of the City
• Demonstrates Business Sense – Understands the impact of decisions on the business and the ability to strive to improve business performance; requires an awareness of business issues, processes and outcomes as they impact the community, the City’s reputation and strategic direction
• Builds Collaborative Relationships - Proactively communicates, builds and utilizes professional relationships and partnerships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Fosters Innovation and Change - Develops an environment that embraces innovation and efficiently integrates change into the organization
• Engages Employees - Leads, coaches, mentors and develops an engaged, diverse workforce of individuals and teams, where work is performed in a safe, respectful environment and successes are recognized and celebrated regularly
• Delivers Results - Creates effective plans and performance measures, holds themselves and others accountable for measurable, high quality, timely and cost-effective results
• Client-centric Focus - Serves the client interest through focusing individual, team and organization effort on identifying and meeting key and diverse client needs (the term “client” includes both internal and external clients)

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Designated Bilingual – specific level of language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates who do not meet language requirements will be required to participate in training.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.The City of Ottawa has a Mandatory Vaccination Policy which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.Quick Apply

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