Surveillance Data Coordinator

Surveillance Data Coordinator

Health Services Public Health

Status: Full Time

Salary Range: $61368 - $76710 per annum

Hiring Range: $61638 - $69039 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Work Mode: On-Site* see below for more details about this work mode

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street Mississauga

Hours of work: 35 hours per week. Possible evenings and weekends on occasion

Be Part of the Front Line That Protects Our Communitys Health!

This isnt just a data job. Its an opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful a role where your attention to detail and coordination skills help protect the health of an entire region.

As a Surveillance Data Coordinator with Peel Public Health youll be an essential part of the team that tracks manages and shares critical information on communicable diseases. The data you handle influences how Public Health responds to emerging health threats manages outbreaks and makes informed decisions that keep our communities safe.

If youre looking for work with purpose impact and a team that values your expertise this is it.

What Youll Do:

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on precision loves digging into data and wants their work to have real-world impact. Youll:

• Process and manage communicable disease reports in the integrated Public Health Information System (iPHIS)
• Support outbreak responses by coordinating time-sensitive health data with speed and accuracy
• Collaborate with internal and external partners including labs hospitals and other public health units
• Improve data quality through regular audits troubleshooting and documentation updates
• Train and support staff helping them navigate Ministry databases and data standards
• Act as a trusted point of contact for surveillance inquiries via phone and email
• Contribute to innovation by refining workflows and developing tools to support team procedures
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

Youre someone who thrives in a structured yet fast-paced environment and understands the critical role data plays in health systems. Ideally you have:

• Post-secondary education in a related field with 13 years of data management or equivalent experience
• Strong experience with data entry and large databases like iPHIS
• Knowledge of communicable disease reporting and the ability to interpret lab results
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact
• An eye for detail and a passion for data quality and accuracy
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• High proficiency with MS Word Excel PowerPoint and other data management tools
• The ability to work well independently and in a team with excellent organizational skills and adaptability
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion through continuous development modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region we believe in taking care of you. Heres what youll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision plan (yes even psychological health coverage) starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
• Supportive Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing whether in your career or on a personal level.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to safeguarding public health in a large diverse region.
• A Connected Team Environment: On-site work means close collaboration mentorship and strong support from a dedicated team.

Weve got you covered because we know happy healthy people do their best work!

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role you will be required to work on-site at 7120 Hurontario Street Mississauga ON from Monday to Friday with possible evenings and weekends on occasion.

Interview: Ourrecruitmentprocesswillbecompletedwith in person at our 7120 Hurontario Street location.

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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 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.