Tobacco Enforcement Officer

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 St. Thomas site.This posting is for one (1) current vacancy.   Reporting to the Program Manager, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention, the Tobacco Enforcement Officer participates in the enforcement process associated with the Smoke-Free Ontario Act within the jurisdiction of the Board of Health in accordance with the provincial laws, regulations, and established standards and protocols. Tobacco enforcement includes regular inspections, investigation of complaints, collection and documentation of evidence, laying charges, legal/prosecution activities, coordination activities with other enforcement agencies and education of premise operators.Qualifications:EDUCATION Completion of a two (2) year college diploma in a field of security and law enforcement; OREquivalent of education and experience (i.e., some post-secondary courses in law enforcement combined with a minimum of 6-months of municipal by-law enforcement experience)Qualifications to be designated a Provincial Offenses Officer and maintenance of such designationKNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Up to two (2) years of combined previous and on-the-job experience is requiredSKILLS & ABILITIES Good interpersonal and communication skills, conflict resolution skills, and skills in professionally investigating and/or executing charges Good documentation skills and ability to write clearly and concisely in preparing crown briefsAbility to deal with complaints in a non-confrontational manner and to remain calm and self-controlled under pressure Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Internet, email, Excel, databases)Ability to work independentlyAbility to work well with other enforcement staff and agencies, (i.e., Public Health Inspectors, Health Promoters)SPECIAL CONDITIONS Valid Ontario Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle Ability to work flexible hours when necessary Must comply with the current Ontario Public Health Standards  Adherence to SWPH's policies and procedures Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement. Salary Range: $30.57/hr to $36.08/hr based on verification of qualifications and experience (70 hours in a two-week period).  OMERS pension and a comprehensive Health and Dental benefits package upon completion of the probationary period.A criminal reference check completed within the last six (6) months from a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPID), inclusive of vulnerable sector screening, will be required of the successful candidate. 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. Southwestern Public Health strives to meet the standards set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Customer Service Regulation, and will support candidates to modify our recruitment and selection process, should there be a need to modify or remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should a candidate be contacted and require accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment and selection processes, please notify the Human Resources representative who has contacted you.Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated.  Only those under consideration will be contacted.