Public Health Services - Indigenous Engagement Coordinator

Company: City of Hamilton

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31194 - PHS Indigenous Engagement Coordinator
• Union: Non Union
• Job Description ID #: 7828
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on October 8, 2025.
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, School Program, the Public Health Services (PHS) Indigenous Engagement Coordinator will provide expertise in the development, implementation, and support of community engagement initiatives with the Urban Indigenous Community and the Treaty Nations, as well as internal engagement with PHS staff. This position will promote innovative community engagement and support initiatives related to the PHS Indigenous Health Strategy. The PHS Indigenous Health Strategy provides recommendations for PHS to improve the health and well-being of the Indigenous community.  This position will lead in community outreach and internal/external collaboration efforts aligned with the Strategy.  This position will collaborate with the City of Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations Team where there is alignment between the PHS Indigenous Health Strategy and the Urban Indigenous Strategy.

Key responsibilities include promoting an awareness and understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols and sensitivities amongst/within PHS staff; effectively network to develop, build and maintain successful relationships within the Indigenous community and treaty territories, facilitate, coordinate, and implement community and internal staff engagement for the PHS Indigenous Health Strategy initiatives, in alignment with the Ontario Public Health Standards. The Coordinator will have a good understanding of the history, protocols, culture and demographics of the urban Indigenous community and treaty territories to support community and staff engagement activities.

This position is involved with service delivery program reviews which have potential impact on programming that may affect positions/employees within the organization.

A high level of personal integrity, motivation and excellent communication skills are required.  Indigenous cultural competency and safety are required to carry out the duties successfully and respectfully.