Northern Health·Smithers, British Columbia
Carry out a diverse program of environmental health protection.
Reduce the incidence of communicable disease, injury, and health hazards.
Perform technical assessments.
Provide consultative and education services.
Ensure community development does not conflict with a healthy environment.
Ensure compliance with environmental health legislation, policy, and standards
Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a certified Public Health Inspector looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your expertise to help keep our community safe. A Public Health Inspector practicum must be complete to qualify. To express interest in a practicum, forward a request to PublicHealth.Protection@northernhealth.ca In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Environmental Health Officer is responsible for carrying out a diverse program of environmental health protection. Using a variety of professional and technical skills, the position reduces the incidence of communicable disease, injury, and health hazards; performs technical assessments; provides consultative and education services; ensures that community development does not conflict with a healthy environment; ensures compliance with environment health legislation, policy, and standards. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:30 to 16:30 Qualfications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent, recognized by the Board of Certification, Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) issued by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors and be registered or eligible to be registered with the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License and possession of a personal vehicle. Skills and Abilities:
Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff, and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral written and computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.
Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.
Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and risk-taking. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of Northern Health policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Where you will be working: Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Smithers More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
Public Health Inspector practicum must be complete to qualify.
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health (or equivalent) recognized by the Board of Certification, Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) issued by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors; registered or eligible to be registered.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License and possession of a personal vehicle.
Ability to teach clients and others (one-on-one and in groups).
Demonstrated communication skills with clients, families, the public, medical staff, and interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict.
Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making using a systems approach.
Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives, establish priorities, and manage time/resources.
Demonstrated leadership and ability to promote staff morale and engagement.
Demonstrated teamwork and commitment to excellence.
Demonstrated computer skills (Windows-based programs) and data analysis/reporting skills.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Market context
In British Columbia, environmental health officer roles are often tied to public health, food safety, and community risk prevention, so demand tends to follow public-sector hiring needs and local health authority priorities. These positions are competitive because employers typically require a completed Public Health Inspector practicum plus recognized environmental health education and certification, and the benefits may include vacation, moving support, referral incentives, and employer-paid training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your practicum, certification status, and eligibility before applying.