Apply By: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Infection Prevention and Control Specialist
Job ID:
230380
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Division:
Fair, Safe and Healthy Workplaces Division / Occupational Health and Safety Branch
City:
London
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Permanent
Job code:
7A008 - ProgPlanEval07
Salary:
$88,496.00 - $128,625.00 Per year
Lead Workplace Safety in Ontario!
The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development seeks an expert in infection prevention and control to lead and educate on workplace programs across Ontario. Ensure compliance with standards and policies while making a difference. to be part of our high-performing team!
NOTE: This position is located at 217 York St in London; however, alternate work arrangements may be available.
Note: This position will require travel to workplaces
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development seeks an expert in infection prevention and control to lead and educate on workplace programs across Ontario. Ensure compliance with standards and policies while making a difference. to be part of our high-performing team!
NOTE: This position is located at 217 York St in London; however, alternate work arrangements may be available.
About the job
In this role, you will:- Assist ministry inspectors with workplace inspections for infection control compliance.
- Develop and implement health and safety strategies.
- Create compliance and enforcement strategies.
- Provide expertise and guidance to staff and stakeholders.
- Recommend risk mitigation and compliance measures.
- Develop best practice guidelines and policies for infection control and healthcare programs.
Note: This position will require travel to workplaces
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
- You have Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (e.g. Certification in Infection Control (CIC)) or equivalent certification and/or training towards fulfilment of CIC designation). Consideration will be given to other candidates based on experience and/or training.
Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control and Legislation:
You can:- stay current with infection prevention and control practices and trends.
- interpret and apply relevant legislation, regulations, and government policies for various workplace sectors (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Health Protection and Promotion Act, Ontario Public Health Standards, Public Hospitals Act, Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act, etc.)
Specialized Knowledge:
You have:- expertise in occupational health and safety, infection prevention, risk management, and assessment principles.
- knowledge of communicable diseases, worker exposures, and emergency preparedness.
- understanding of epidemiology, best practices, and protocols for infection prevention, control, and management in the workplace.
Communication, Negotiation, Consultation, and Interpersonal Skills:
You have:- effective oral and written communication to explain complex health and safety matters, represent the ministry, and prepare technical reports.
- strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills to lead consultations and reconcile differing viewpoints.
- excellent advisory and facilitation skills to build relationships and provide advice on complex issues.
Policy Development Knowledge:
You are:- able to understand policy and program development principles and techniques.
- familiar with government policy development and approval processes to lead projects and create policy options.
Research, Analytical, and Evaluation Skills:
You have:- proven ability in research, evaluation, and problem-solving.
- ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of surveillance and epidemiological data.
- ability to evaluate infection prevention programs across sectors and identify issues with recommendations.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
Additional information:
Apply by:
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Permanent, 217 York St, London, West Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, Driver's License History, Local Police Databases Search
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Health and Social Services
Posted on:
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Note:
- About security checks:
A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential. - The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
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How to apply:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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