Health Analyst, Population Health Assessment

Position Details

• Job Title: Health Analyst, Population Health Assessment
• Department: Health Services, Public Health Intelligence
• Status: Contract Full Time (6 months)
• Salary Range: $81,977 - $92,224 per annum
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
• Work Mode: Hybrid (minimum of two days per week on-site)
• Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON L5W 1N4

Who We Are

The Public Health Intelligence division has a central role in monitoring and reporting on population health issues, identifying health disparities and emerging threats, conducting research, and advancing applied science and public health practice within the health department. Our goal is for the section's programs and services to be effective, evidence-informed and in accordance with Peel Public Health's strategic plan.

The Population Health Assessment section applies epidemiologic and statistical methods to help monitor the health status of Peel residents. We play a major role in assessing and supporting strategic and program priorities for Peel Public Health and delivery of the Ministry of Health's Ontario Public Health Standards related to the 'Foundational Standard and Protocol', including population health assessment and health equity.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Function as data guardian for population health and surveillance databases, ensuring data are used and stored according to data sharing agreements and Regional health information privacy practices
• Obtain, clean and analyze data from population health and surveillance databases, and other Peel Public Health programs, as required
• Use analytical software and tools such as STATA, R, Esri products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online), and Excel to organize, analyze, report and interpret health data
• Conduct technical analyses and prepare reports of health data for surveillance, population health status monitoring, program planning, evaluation, epidemiologic questions, or responding to information requests
• Develop and present data products supporting evidence-informed decision-making, including interactive dashboards, visualizations, maps, tables, and customized reports using Power BI or Tableau
• Provide support on technical and analytical issues related to health status and surveillance data
• Provide technical input on database design and maintenance
• Collaborate and provide analytical support to epidemiologists and other internal staff
• Update and maintain team procedural documents on health databases
• Provide expert and timely service when responding to ad-hoc data requests

What The Role Requires

• Honours BA or BSc in Statistics, Biostatistics, Health Studies, Life Sciences or related discipline
• MPH Epidemiology or MSc Epidemiology considered an asset
• Minimum of three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of population health data sources such as IntelliHealth, Canadian Community Health Survey
• Ability to describe health databases and related policies, methods and limitations
• Ability to synthesize, analyze, interpret and communicate health/epidemiological information from multiple sources
• Knowledge and understanding of public and community health issues
• Excellent analytical skills using statistical software (R, STATA, Excel) and mapping software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online)
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, including dashboard development, data modeling, DAX, data transformation, and visualization of complex public health data
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently within an interdisciplinary team setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with project management and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Perks @ Peel and Why You Will Love Working For Us

• Enrolment eligibility into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
• 3 paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

Work Mode & Job Location

At 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON L5W 1N4.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement prioritizing meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. Off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario to ensure compliance with all regulations and policies.

The Region of Peel offers job-based flexible hours allowing employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while ensuring business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview

The recruitment process will include video conference technology. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor their spam and junk email folders as important communications regarding the application may be directed there.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply online.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.