Grow with us

Mackenzie joined Oxford County in 2021 as a Water and Wastewater Program Coordinator and now serves as the Manager of Water and Wastewater Technical Services. She discovered her passion for water quality and water sciences while studying biology and geography at Wilfred Laurier University. 

Mackenzie says Oxford County has been incredibly supportive of her professional growth, encouraging her involvement with the Ontario Water Works Association and supporting her pursuit of additional training and professional designations.

“The County has been nothing short of amazing in helping me find volunteer and training opportunities to help advance my career.”

Now a Woodstock resident, she’s proud to help oversee the essential services that support 17 drinking water systems and 11 wastewater systems across the community.

“My absolute favorite thing about working at Oxford County is my team. I love helping residents understand the work we do to keep these essential services running.”

Tharushi started working at Woodingford Lodge in 2022 as a Registered Practical Nurse, gaining firsthand exposure to patient care and infection control measures. She quickly seized opportunities to take on additional responsibilities related to infection control, which led to her current role as the Infection Prevention and Control Lead. She says Oxford County has been incredibly supportive in helping her achieve her career goals.

“They offered ongoing professional development opportunities, including training in infection prevention, certification programs, and leadership development.” 

Tharushi loves working at Oxford County because of the culture of teamwork and collaboration.  

“The County is a dynamic and supportive environment, with a strong focus on staff and patient wellbeing. The leadership team is open to innovation and continuous improvement, which creates a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.”

Tharushi adds that Oxford County is a great place to live, and the community has been very welcoming.  

Angie has worked at Oxford County for the past 24 years and couldn’t imagine working anywhere else. She started her career with Oxford County in 2001 as a Treasury Clerk in the Finance department after spending some time in the private sector. Always looking to learn and grow, Angie has moved several departments and held various titles. She has worked for Social Services and Housing, Finance, Customer Service, Corporate Services and the CAO’s Office. 

“I don’t like to just stay in one place. I like to mix things up and learn about the different aspects of Oxford County and feel fortunate to have had all these opportunities.” 

Angie has held various titles during her career in Oxford County. She has served as a Treasury Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Deputy Clerk and is currently the Executive Assistant to the Warden and CAO. While working at Oxford County, Angie was encouraged to take the Canadian Payroll Association Course along with an accounting course at Fanshawe College and later completed the Municipal Administration Program to help advance her career. She notes that even after all these years, she still loves coming to work every day. 

“I have been here for 24 years; I wouldn’t still be here if it wasn’t a great place to work. It is a great place to work.”

Conor joined Oxford County seven years ago, starting in Waste Management as a Waste Management Technian and then moving to a Waste Management Coordinator. Always eager to learn new things, embrace new challenges and make new connections, Conor jumped at the opportunity to move into his current role as an Asset Management Specialist. Conor says Oxford County has provided him with the tools and training to advance his career. 

“There were excellent training opportunities, including asset management and project management training, and I’ve had the chance to work with professionals across many departments. It really expanded my understanding of how the County operates.”

Conor says he loves working at the County because of the people he gets to work with and the new challenges his role provides. 

“I like the variety and different projects you get to work on. It is never boring, and I enjoy taking on new challenges. You're making a difference in the community in the job you do on a day-to-day basis.”

Frank has built his career at Oxford County on a foundation of engineering and environmental technology, hands-on experience and a willingness to step up when needed. He joined the County in 2001 as a Water Wastewater Technologist and today serves as the Senior Manager of Transportation and Waste Management. Frank says the County has been very supportive in helping him and his interest in wanting to learn more and do more.

“The County is supportive of professional development and just generally an excellent employer that values its employees.” 

After 25 years with Oxford County, Frank says the variety of work and the culture of support are what stand out most.

“It’s a great place to work. There is a variety of work, and it is never boring. There are lots of opportunities to do what interests you and to keep learning.”

Frank adds that the County’s commitment to professional development and its respect for employees make it an excellent employer.

Chelsea started her career with Oxford County as an intern in the Communications department nine years ago. She has worn many hats at the County, holding various roles and working for different departments, including Communications, Engineering Services in Public Works, and serving on a one-year contract as the Executive Assistant to the CAO. Chelsea says she loves working at Oxford County, knowing her work is making a difference.

“I feel like our work is so important. Municipal government is the fabric of society, and we are the government closest to the people and the first line of defense in an emergency.”

Chelsea’s passion lies in protecting the environment and promoting sustainability, which is why she continued her education at the Iceland School of Energy at Reykjavik University and is currently the co-chair of the Smart Energy Oxford and Zero Waste Oxford committees. So, when a new role was approved by council as the Coordinator of Community Environmental Sustainability, she didn’t hesitate to apply. She says the County has always been supportive of her ambitions.

“This is a great place to work that will foster your ambition and help you grow your career.”  

Paul has had a career with Oxford County that spans nearly 30 years. The Oxford County Director of Community Planning worked his way to the top planning position after starting as a Junior Planner in 1995. Over the years, he has held various titles, including Development Planner, Senior Policy Planner, and Manager of Planning Policy. Paul says the supportive and challenging professional environment in Oxford were key to his career growth. 

“Over my career, Oxford County has provided me with exposure to a broad range of land use planning challenges and leadership and development opportunities and, in my opinion, some of the best professional planning mentorship in the province.” 

Paul says working for the Oxford County Community Planning Office is an opportunity to join an extremely knowledgeable, dedicated and professional team of planners and support staff. 

“It would be hard to imagine a more positive, supportive, and professionally fulfilling environment within which to build one’s career as a professional planner.” 

Oxford County has long been a leader in land use planning and provides municipal planners with a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the full range of rural and urban planning issues and challenges in a dynamic and supportive working environment. 

Jessica started her career in Oxford County as a Customer Service Assistant. With a background in municipal government in Tillsonburg and Ingersoll, it didn’t take her long to move into her new role with the County as the Coordinator of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk. Jessica says the County supported her career goals and helped her sign up for the Municipal Law Program through AMCTO.

“Everyone I have met at the County has been very supportive. They want to see you succeed and provide you with the tools to make it happen.” 

Jessica adds that she enjoys coming to work and working with great people who take pride in their work.

“Many people are bringing innovative and new ideas, and I want to be a part of that.” 

Jessica finds the community-driven work at the County rewarding and loves meeting new challenges.

Ryan was fresh out of college when he started his career at Oxford County in 2011 as a Primary Care Paramedic. Always looking to learn and grow his career, Ryan took on several special team projects, joined the education team, and eventually accepted the role of Superintendent of Education. Ryan says he got into healthcare in the first place because he wanted to help people. 

“I have always approached this job with the mentality that if I can make even a small positive impact on someone's life, that means the world to me.”

Ryan stepped up during the COVID-19 Pandemic, where he accepted prominent roles in helping facilitate mass vaccinations, swabbing, and grass-rooting the Community Paramedicine Program. Ryan was promoted to Acting Commander of Operations, leading to his current role as the Deputy Chief/Manager of Operations for the Oxford County Paramedic Services. Ryan says the County has supported his career goals through education and mentorship. 

“I have always had strong mentors and support from my superiors. I would say where I am today, and my approach to work is directly attributed to them. I have had every opportunity to grow personally and professionally at Oxford County.”