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WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.
Mission
Promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education, and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws.
This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be July 2nd, 2024, please submit an application on or before July 1st, 2024. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible.
This position is currently eligible to telework.
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The salary listed above includes the 3% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2024 **
Established in 2010, the FDA Tobacco Inspection Program is comprised of 6 inspectors statewide. The FDA Inspector is a full-time project position, tied to contractual funds until May 2025, with eligibility for continued federal funding through a non-competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
Who we are:
The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.
We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.
Our commitment to DEIB
The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders.
It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, Veteran Employee Resource Group, Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity, Disability Inclusion Network, Washington Immigrant Network and Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network.
WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:
- A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)
- Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays
- Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis - all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
- Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee’s career development with the WSLCB)
- Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
- A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)
- Employee Assistance Program - confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees
- Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
- Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
- Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding, parental well-being and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties, work location and supervisor approval, eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work
- Free parking
Your opportunity at a glance:
The WSLCB’s Enforcement and Education Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Program Specialist 3 (FDA Inspector) position in Tacoma, WA. This is a project position that is funded until May 29th, 2025, from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Which has the eligibility for continued funding through a federal request for proposal application process.
This position reports directly to the FDA Program Coordinator or designee and is assigned to a primary area to conduct field inspections at tobacco retail locations. The Inspector, routinely, conducts undercover buys of tobacco and vapor products and conducts compliance checks to determine a retailer’s compliance with age verification requirements. Inspectors also perform advertising and labeling inspections in accordance with the Federal Tobacco Control Act.
Inspectors are also responsible for assessing the Investigative Aide participants’ needs and being responsive to those needs. This includes developing specialized training for the Investigative Aides unique to the FDA program. In addition, the Inspector will assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of underage persons (ages 17-20) to participate in undercover buys for all units in the Enforcement and Education Division.
The Inspector maintains regular contact with the FDA Program Coordinator or designee to receive assignments and provide updates. The FDA Inspector works remotely and is assigned to a field enforcement office to conduct this daily work.
If you have an interest in conducting field inspections at retail locations and training and developing Investigative Aides, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WLSCB team!