Tobacco Youth Test Shopper

Southwestern Public Health prides itself on the flexible work environment that employees have come to appreciate and value. SWPH is a workplace where employees are integral to the research, planning, collaborative efforts and delivery of programs and services.
This position is presently located at the Woodstock site.
This posting is for two (2) current vacancies.
The supply of tobacco to persons under the age of 19 years is illegal under the Smoke Free Ontario Act (SFOA).
To monitor compliance with the SFOA, under-aged test shoppers are hired to carry out compliance and enforcement checks (attempt to purchase tobacco products).
**Duties include, but not limited to**:

- Visit local retailers/vendors with a Tobacco Enforcement Officer and attempt to purchase tobacco products
- Check stores for proper signage
- Take notes detailing test shopping activities
- Attend court hearings as required
- Attend mandatory training
- Evening and weekend hours will be required.

**Qualifications**:

- Excellent work ethic, interpersonal communication skills and be able to observe and recall details of their activities for subsequent field notes.
- Ability to problem solve and think on your feet
- Excellent note taking skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills.

Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Employment Agreement.
**Salary Range**: $19.50/hr
Will receive vacation pay each pay period.
**Immunization Requirements**: Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, are able to provide proof of immunization, and acknowledgement to follow Southwestern Public Health's policies and processes related to COVID-19 management in the workplace.