Medical Officer of Health (MOH)
Winnipeg, MB
Details
Date Posted: April 8, 2026
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
RHA: Winnipeg RHA
Description
Medical Officer of Health (MOH)
- MF2 Medical Officer 2
- Regular/full-time
- Health, Seniors and Long Term Care
- Office of the Chief Public Health Officer
- Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45156
Salary(s): MF2 $346,840.00 — $378,432.00 per year
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves,where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service andinnovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designatedgroups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and personswith disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long Term Care is seeking a Medical Officer of Health (MOH) on a Regular Full-time basis.
For more information related to salaries and general information, please visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/csc/labo…
Duties:
As members of the department’s public health team, the Medical Officers of Health (MOHs) play a key role in leading the promotion,protection, and preservation of health for the Province’s population. MOH’s expertise in population health assessment, health promotion,mitigation/control of environmental and occupational health risks, epidemiology, health planning and program evaluation allows them toplay this key role and allows them to ensure equitable public health service delivery to all of the province’s population.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Provincial Public Health Officer (DCPPHO), the incumbent provides expertise, advice and direction toManitoba Health while ensuring that core public health priorities determined by the Department and the Office of the Chief Provincial PublicHealth Officer (CPPHO) are effectively implemented.
The CPPHO provides leadership, priorities and coordination for the MOHs to ensure an integrated approach to public health programs andservices and focuses on the promotion of health, as well as the prevention and control of diseases, for the Province’s population. This workis done in collaboration with the Population and Public Health branch.
Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services,programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including anattractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
- Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
- Benefit Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
- Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
- Professional Growth & Development¿
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of supportsuch as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look atManitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the peopleof Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Licensed physician with advanced training in public health/preventive medicine or related field with a preference for a RoyalCollege Fellowship.
- Significant public health experience with a comprehensive knowledge of the provincial and national public health system (i.e.emergency planning, outbreak management, chronic and communicable disease, surveillance and epidemiology, environmentalhealth, and public health protection and promotion).
- Working knowledge of specific and related legislation including The Public Health Act and Regulations, The Drinking Water SafetyAct and The Environment Act.
- Proven ability to respond quickly and effectively to issues and problems that arise with little or no forewarning; ability todemonstrate confidence and build trust with stakeholders and the public.
- Clinical acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex public health topicsand sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with experience communicating effectively and confidently with the publicand key partners and stakeholders.
- Experience providing leadership and direction in the design and implementation of policies and programs.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. Physicians licensed to practice medicine in other Canadianjurisdictions must be eligible for licensure in Manitoba.
- Must be and remain in good standing with the current licensing body.
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector search, Child Abuse RegistryCheck, and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
- Must posses and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent and the ability to travel throughout the provinceas required.
- Ability to participate in the provincial system for MOH on-call coverage as required.
Apply Now:
Advertisement # 45156
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600 – 259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204−945−7518
Fax: 204−945−0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body ofyour email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should aselection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor’s representative. Personalinformation irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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