Tobacco Compliance Inspector
On-siteAnchorage, Alaska, United States
Job Summary
Conduct non-confrontational tobacco retailer compliance inspections in assigned Alaska locations by coordinating with trained Underage Purchasers to observe undercover purchase attempts. Verify retail establishment addresses, review advertising and labeling signage, and collect evidence of violations including photographs, products, and receipts while maintaining strict chain-of-custody requirements. Document inspection results accurately using required forms and submit all materials within established deadlines. Communicate scheduling needs and issues to program management as needed. This flexible, case-volume role is ideal for current Alaska government employees commissionable as health or food officers, requiring reliable transportation and the ability to work independently within program protocols.
Required Qualifications
- Current employee of a state, county, city, town, or other qualifying political subdivision in Alaska
- Must be commissionable as a health, food, or drug officer/employee of the State, Territory, or political subdivision thereof
- Qualifying titles may include Law Enforcement Officer, Correctional Officer, State Wildlife Officer or Warden, Probation Officer, City/County Code Enforcement Officer, State/City Food Inspector, Department of Health Inspector, Tobacco Inspector, or similar eligible role
- Current federal employees and members of the military or National Guard are not eligible
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned retail locations
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible, case-volume schedule within program deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow inspection protocols precisely
- Ability to collect, handle, and document evidence accurately and in accordance with program protocols
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive inspection information and materials
- Ability to complete accurate written documentation in a timely manner
- Must be able to undergo a background check and become credentialed by the FDA
- Must provide a current resume, proof of qualifying employment dated within the last three months, and a signed letter of commitment
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