HEALTH PROMOTION SPECIALIST
About the role
- Job ID: 56581
- Job Category: Health Services
- Division & Section: Public Health, Decision Support, Surv & Immunization
- Work Location: To be determined
- Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancies, 17 Months (Hybrid)
- Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $50.41 - $55.24
- Shift Information: Monday – Friday, 7 Hours/Day 35 Hrs/Week
- Affiliation: L79 Full-time
- Number of Positions Open: 4
- Posting Period: 26-Aug-2025 to 3-Sep-2025
Reporting to the Associate Director, Public Health, the Health Promotion Specialist (HPS) will assist the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program in developing and implementing communication plans, developing program policies and procedures, and supporting staff learning.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides expert advice and consultation to divisional front line staff, various stakeholders (e.g. the Board of Health, City Council, external groups and the general public) on health issues
- Assesses community needs and analyzes information with respect to public health issues
- Develops, plans, implements and evaluates community-based initiatives by applying health promotion strategies such as community mobilization, advocacy, healthy public policy and health education
- Collaborates with divisional program staff in strategic and operational planning for divisional programs
- Analyzes information and provides advice to staff in the review and analysis of programs, projects and new priorities in setting goals and objectives. Drafts and revises related program plans, policies and procedures
- Develops, implements and evaluates divisional programs and projects
- Promotes the implementation of municipal, provincial and federal legislation and strategies
- Develops public health issues-related policy recommendations, e.g. by-laws, legislation for consideration at the municipal, provincial and federal levels
- Develops and facilitates in-service training, staff orientation and staff development programs. Drafts, revises and/or recommends teaching manuals and resource materials for the public and divisional staff
- Makes presentations to the public, community and media, and answers inquiries from the public. Liaises with interested external groups
- Develops and coordinates communication plans and social marketing strategies for programs and services including issues management, media relations and advertising campaigns
- Plans, develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates programs and services as directed, e.g. community forum workshops, press conferences, in-house newsletters, media campaigns, Annual Report, press releases
- Researches and writes position papers, reports and correspondence for the division.
- Collaborates on applied public health research and field study
- Attends workshops, conferences, seminars, etc.
Key Qualifications Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or related field or an equivalent combination of a baccalaureate degree and extensive experience relevant to the primary duties of the position.
- Extensive experience in developing communication strategies and plans.
- Extensive experience working with multiple external and internal stakeholders.
- Considerable experience in developing policies and procedures.
- Considerable experience in developing and implementing training and/or education sessions.
- Experience in using project management.
You Must Also Have
- Knowledge of public health programs, services and legislation; knowledge of vaccine preventable diseases would be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of risk communications and the management of sensitive issues.
- Strong project management skills with excellent organizational skills and ability to work on concurrent projects.
- Good interpersonal and consulting skills
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on a multidisciplinary public health team and effective negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Visio.
- Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work flexible hours, which may include on-call, overtime, evenings and weekends.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES: City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!
HEALTH PROMOTION SPECIALIST
About the role
- Job ID: 56581
- Job Category: Health Services
- Division & Section: Public Health, Decision Support, Surv & Immunization
- Work Location: To be determined
- Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancies, 17 Months (Hybrid)
- Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $50.41 - $55.24
- Shift Information: Monday – Friday, 7 Hours/Day 35 Hrs/Week
- Affiliation: L79 Full-time
- Number of Positions Open: 4
- Posting Period: 26-Aug-2025 to 3-Sep-2025
Reporting to the Associate Director, Public Health, the Health Promotion Specialist (HPS) will assist the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program in developing and implementing communication plans, developing program policies and procedures, and supporting staff learning.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides expert advice and consultation to divisional front line staff, various stakeholders (e.g. the Board of Health, City Council, external groups and the general public) on health issues
- Assesses community needs and analyzes information with respect to public health issues
- Develops, plans, implements and evaluates community-based initiatives by applying health promotion strategies such as community mobilization, advocacy, healthy public policy and health education
- Collaborates with divisional program staff in strategic and operational planning for divisional programs
- Analyzes information and provides advice to staff in the review and analysis of programs, projects and new priorities in setting goals and objectives. Drafts and revises related program plans, policies and procedures
- Develops, implements and evaluates divisional programs and projects
- Promotes the implementation of municipal, provincial and federal legislation and strategies
- Develops public health issues-related policy recommendations, e.g. by-laws, legislation for consideration at the municipal, provincial and federal levels
- Develops and facilitates in-service training, staff orientation and staff development programs. Drafts, revises and/or recommends teaching manuals and resource materials for the public and divisional staff
- Makes presentations to the public, community and media, and answers inquiries from the public. Liaises with interested external groups
- Develops and coordinates communication plans and social marketing strategies for programs and services including issues management, media relations and advertising campaigns
- Plans, develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates programs and services as directed, e.g. community forum workshops, press conferences, in-house newsletters, media campaigns, Annual Report, press releases
- Researches and writes position papers, reports and correspondence for the division.
- Collaborates on applied public health research and field study
- Attends workshops, conferences, seminars, etc.
Key Qualifications Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or related field or an equivalent combination of a baccalaureate degree and extensive experience relevant to the primary duties of the position.
- Extensive experience in developing communication strategies and plans.
- Extensive experience working with multiple external and internal stakeholders.
- Considerable experience in developing policies and procedures.
- Considerable experience in developing and implementing training and/or education sessions.
- Experience in using project management.
You Must Also Have
- Knowledge of public health programs, services and legislation; knowledge of vaccine preventable diseases would be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of risk communications and the management of sensitive issues.
- Strong project management skills with excellent organizational skills and ability to work on concurrent projects.
- Good interpersonal and consulting skills
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on a multidisciplinary public health team and effective negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Visio.
- Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work flexible hours, which may include on-call, overtime, evenings and weekends.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES: City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!