Supervisor, Infection Prevention & Control

Job Description

Supervisor, Infection Prevention & Control

Health Services- Public Health

Status: Contract Full Time; 18 month duration

Salary Range: $103,177-$128,969 per annum plus comprehensive benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid*see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Lead Infection Prevention & Control in Public Health!

Are you apassionate leader in Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC)?Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a direct impact on public health? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

As theSupervisor, Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC),you will lead a team of Infection Control Specialists dedicated to preventing and controlling communicable diseases across Peel Region. Working in the Public Health Intelligence division, you will play a vital role in safeguarding community health, ensuring compliance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Ontario Public Health Standards, and driving excellence in infection prevention strategies.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee IPAC strategies, monitor trends, identify risks, and implement evidence-based solutions.
• Ensure effective outbreak management, surveillance, and disease investigations to protect public health.
• Provide leadership and subject matter expertise to IPAC consultations and complaint investigations in alignment with public health mandates and IPAC best practices.
• Engage with healthcare institutions and community partners to strengthen infection control measures.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
• Contribute to budget planning, program evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

What You Bring:

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experiencein public health or infection prevention.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciencesor a related field withat least 5 years of public health experience specializing in IPAC.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC)from CBIC or a commitment to obtain within two years.
• Expertise in infection control, outbreak response, and surveillance best practices normally acquired through a combination of continuing education and experience.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to managing emerging public health challenges.
• Excellent communication, data analysis, and critical thinking skillsto support policy recommendations, advocacy efforts and program decisions.
• Proficiency inMicrosoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)and public health databases (e.g., iPHIS).

If you’re a motivated leader ready to drive impactful change in infection prevention and control, we want to hear from you! Apply today and make a difference in the health and safety of Peel Region.Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be in-person interviews.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.