Lead with Impact, Innovate for the Future, and Safeguard Public HealthAre you a visionary leader with a passion for public health?
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is seeking a dynamic and resilient Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of millions of Ontarians.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and expert medical advice to the Ministry of Health and senior government officials. You will play a pivotal role in shaping public health policies, driving evidence-based decision-making, and fostering collaboration across various health sectors. Your leadership will be crucial in promoting, protecting, and improving health outcomes for all Ontarians.
If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and lead a team dedicated to health care transformation, we invite you to apply!
The Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, together.A career in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is driven by purpose. We're building a stronger Ontario by delivering programs and services that make a real difference in people's lives. If you share this ambition, you'll find a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and empowers you to lead with confidence.
Why Your Leadership Belongs Here•
Purpose that drives you: Lead work that matters. Your expertise and leadership will shape policies, programs, and services that improve lives across the province—every day.
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A culture that supports you: Thrive in a flexible, inclusive, and respectful workplace that values your well-being and empowers you to bring your whole self to work.
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A career that grows with you: Explore leadership opportunities across ministries and sectors. With access to mentorship, learning, and mobility, your career can evolve here.
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Recognition that reflects your impact: We value the difference you make. You'll receive competitive pay, a defined-benefit pension, and benefits that support your well-being—plus meaningful recognition for your contributions
About the job
We hold our leaders to high standards because we believe in their potential to drive meaningful change. In the Ontario Public Service, leadership means showing up with authenticity, acting with integrity, and having the courage to do what's right—even when it's hard.
As a leader, you'll be expected to create a team culture that encourages innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion. You'll help build a diverse, anti-racist, and accessible workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to thrive.
Leadership is about impact—and in these roles, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful one. You will:
• Provide expert medical leadership and strategic advice on public health issues to the Chief Medical Officer of Health and senior ministry officials across government.
• Lead the integration of public health science, research, and data to inform policy development and long-term planning.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with public health stakeholders to support system-wide coordination and alignment.
• Champion the use of evidence-based research in public health policy and program design.
• Serve as a key leader during public health emergencies, guiding effective response and recovery efforts.
Meet Your New TeamThe
Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) safeguards the health of Ontarians and provides advice on public health matters to the health sector, the division, Ministry of Health, other ministries and the provincial government. The CMOH provides oversight and takes appropriate steps to promote and protect the health of Ontarians.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory:
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Medical Credentials: Degree in medicine from a recognized university and Fellowship in Community Medicine (Public Health and Preventive Medicine) from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
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Licensure and Experience: Licensed to practice medicine in Ontario, with a minimum of five years' experience as a practicing public health physician.
Leadership Experience:
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System Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor colleagues across the public health system, providing strategic direction and guidance.
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Risk Management: Skilled in assessing and managing public health risks, with a proactive approach to identifying emerging issues and shaping strategic responses.
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Inclusive Culture: Commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that values diverse perspectives and professional growth.
Analytical Expertise:
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Evidence-Informed Practice: Deep understanding of knowledge translation and the application of research to support policy and decision-making.
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Problem Solving: Ability to address complex public health challenges with innovative, science-based solutions.
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Strategic Insight: Capacity to think beyond task execution, contributing to ministry-wide strategic responses and long-term policy planning.
Technical Knowledge:
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Public Health Expertise: Extensive knowledge of public health systems, trends, and emerging issues to support strategic leadership and decision-making.
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Legislative Understanding: Expert knowledge of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, including the ability to exercise legal powers under the Act.
Communication and Relationship Management :
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Stakeholder Engagement: Strong relationship-building skills with senior leaders and external partners across government levels.
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Influence and Collaboration: Effective communicator and negotiator, able to influence senior officials and collaborate with medical professionals.
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Media Relations: Skilled in public communication and media engagement in support of public health issues and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
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: