Environmental Health Officer at First Nations Health Authority

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FNHA Overview

The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.

The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.

FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. Learn more about why we were selected here .

Title: Environmental Health Officer

Salary: $89,752 - $109,193 per year (pay range explained below)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)

Location: Northern Region, BC - Onsite

Bargaining Unit: PSAC Local 22000 (Public Service Alliance of Canada)

About The Role

As Environmental Health Officer, you will lead the implementation, assessment, and evaluation of environmental public health programs and services. Your work will encompass critical areas such as communicable disease control, drinking water safety, health and housing, food safety, solid waste management, and public building safety. You will also contribute to emergency preparedness and response, risk assessments, research on environmental contaminants, wastewater management, and pest control. Your work will help create healthier, safer environments that support the well-being of First Nations communities across the region.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have/be –

Education

• A Bachelor of Technology Degree in Environmental Health or Public Health Inspection, recognized by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI).
• 6 months of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  
  

Occupational Certification

• A certificate in Public Health Inspection granted by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI).
• Certifications such as Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Onsite Wastewater Management, CSA Playground Inspector, and Small Water System Operation.
  
  

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of First Nations traditions, cultural principles, leadership structures, community infrastructure, traditional health practices, and protocols, with the ability to model and respect these in professional settings.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, guidelines, standards, and policies in environmental public health and their application to First Nations communities.
• Expertise in environmental public health theories, concepts, and principles, including occupational health and safety practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Proficiency in communication, negotiation, consultation, and adult education methods, with the ability to provide training and problem-solving support.
• Familiarity with Provincial Health Ministries, Regional Health Authorities, and specialized laboratories, along with knowledge of electronic information systems for data management, analysis, and reporting.
  
  

Competencies

• Ability to read, interpret, and synthesize scientific literature, laboratory analyses, and environmental public health data to identify hazards and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate technical and scientific reports, providing clear, actionable recommendations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and the ability to translate complex information into general terms.
• Proficiency in operating field equipment and detecting environmental contaminants.
• Skilled in problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution to address challenges effectively.
  
  

Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.

Working at FNHA

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: IF PART TIME, CHECK DETAILS ARE ACCURATE

• Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period
• 14 holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
• Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
• And more!
  
  

The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our FNHA family members to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.

The Pay Range is the minimum (Step 1) and maximum (highest Step) annual base salary based on full time equivalent hours.

How To Apply

If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button.

Closing date: Open Until Filled.

For more information about us, please visit: www.fnha.ca/about/work-with-us

For information about Cultural Safety and Humility (fnha.ca) and for information about Land Acknowledgements

If you have any inquiries or issues please contact FNHA Recruitment at [email protected]

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