Intern - Health Emergency Management Analyst
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.
The internship will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton's Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.
Posting ID: 3735
Department: Health
Division: Infectious Disease Control
Compensation: $57,685 + 3 weeks' paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental)
Job Type: Intern
Contract Duration: June 2, 2025 to June 5, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: January 10, 2025
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
- You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2024 and June 2025.
Job Summary
This position will support the Health Emergency Management Advisor in the development, implementation and training related to the Health Emergency Response Plan, as well as supporting public health programs with Business Continuity Plans. Public Health Emergency Management is an emerging area and this is your opportunity to work with experts in the field to expand your knowledge of Public Health and apply your training in Emergency Management.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop training materials for Halton Health staff who have responsibilities within the 2025 Health Emergency Response Plan.
- Support updating Health Emergency Response Plan Annexes, such as Mass Immunization and Extreme Weather plans.
- Support the Public Health programs with Business Continuity Planning and relevant workshops with divisions in Public Health.
- Integrate findings of the COVID After Action Review into Public Health Emergency Management Plans.
- Update Health Department Emergency Management webpage and Halton Central webpage, as needed. Conduct environment scans as well as monitor media and other emergency management sources for relevant hazards in public health, while updating the Halton Public Health HIRA tracker.
- Conduct assessment and analysis to support surge modeling and learning pathways for staff re- deployments and other Public Health Emergency Management functions in the 2025 Operational Plan.
- Develop and conduct a Health emergency exercise to test the Health Emergency Response Plan and Business Continuity Plan, if opportunity allows.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or post-graduate diploma in Emergency Management.
- Demonstrated experience in emergency response planning, including an understanding of Ontario’s Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and knowledge of other related regulations and legislation.
- Demonstrated ability to confidently communicate, and coordinate emergency planning and response initiatives with internal and external representatives.
- Experience in preparing and delivering high-quality written reports, presentations and educational programs/workshops.
- Time management skills with the ability to manage work flow in order to complete work on time and as expected.
- Ability to work in a self-directed manner to establish priorities and balance multiple projects.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
- Behave in a manner that contributes to healthy and safe work environment, positive workplace culture, and working collaboratively with others.
Preferred
- Education and/or experience in Public Health.
- Knowledge of ArcGIS.
Working/ Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
- Available to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends), if an emergency should occur.
- Travel within Halton Region may be required to meet with staff at Regional offices or in the event of an emergency related to public health. The incumbent must provide their own transportation.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.
