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Associate Medical Officer of Health

Corporate Services, Public Health

Status: Two (2) positions available 1) Regular Full-Time and 2) Contract Full-Time (13-month assignment)Work Mode: Hybrid (*see below for more details)Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ONHours of Work: 35 hours per week

A Community for Life. A Career with Purpose.

At the Peel Region, we are driven by our commitment to create a healthy, safe, and connected community – a Community for Life. As the second-largest municipality in Ontario, we are focused on planning for and supporting the diverse and evolving needs of our residents over the next 25 years and beyond.

Here, your work has purpose. You’ll join a collaborative team that values care, courage, service, and integrity – and where people are empowered to do meaningful work that matters.

About Peel Public Health

Peel Public Health is a forward-thinking, community-focused team dedicated to improving health outcomes across one of Canada’s most diverse regions. We lead with innovation, evidence, and compassion, addressing health inequities and advancing public health through strong partnerships and deep community engagement.

Whether we're preventing disease, promoting health, supporting healthy families, or addressing environmental hazards, we put people at the centre of everything we do. We’re proud of our commitment to inclusion, respect, and continuous learning – and we’re looking for leaders who share our passion.

Associate Medical Officer of Health (AMOH)

As the Associate Medical Officer of Health, you will play a vital role in shaping and guiding public health strategy in Peel. Reporting to the Medical Officer of Health, you will provide medical expertise and strategic direction to multidisciplinary teams across our division, while supporting the effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs.

You will work closely with divisional leadership and internal and external partners to support our mandate under the Ontario Public Health Standards and champion innovative approaches that improve the health and well-being of Peel residents.

What You’ll Do

• Provide leadership and evidence-informed medical expertise in public health program design, implementation, and evaluation as part of the Public Health Leadership Team
• Collaborate with Associate Medical Officers of Health, Directors, and Managers to align divisional activities with the department’s strategic goals
• Build and strengthen relationships with community partners, government agencies, health professionals, and residents to support a collaborative approach to public health
• When delegated by the MOH, act as a spokesperson and medical authority on key public health matters, engaging the public, media, and stakeholders
• Promote a culture of equity, inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement within Public Health
• Respond to medical consults from public health staff and community physicians
• Provides 24-hour on call MOH coverage on a rotation basis
• Leads or supports emergency response
• Support the Medical Officer of Health as required

What You Bring

• Eligibility for an independent practice certificate from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
• Specialty certification in Public Health and Preventive Medicine (formerly Community Medicine) from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
• Proven ability to lead change in complex and dynamic environments
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience liaising with elected officials, media, and diverse community groups
• Political acuity, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the broader public health landscape
• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural humility, and experience integrating these values into your practice and leadership style

Why Work with Us?

• Make a meaningful impact: Be part of a mission-driven team creating healthier communities.
• Thrive in a culture of care: We prioritize your well-being and professional growth.
• Build an inclusive future: Help shape equitable, community-first solutions with a team that reflects the diversity of Peel.
• Hybrid & flexible work options: Our Work Mode supports collaboration while promoting work-life balance.

In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

Join Us

At Peel Region, we value your voice, your perspective, and your lived experience. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a respectful, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a role that makes a difference every day – apply now and help us build a Community for Life.

Be bold. Think big. Join us.