Public Health Compliance Inspector (Tobacco Compliance)

At ISN, we believe our people are the driving force behind our success. For more than 45 years, we've partnered with over 150 federal agencies to deliver innovative, mission-critical solutions that strengthen government mission and serve the public.

About the role

ISN is seeking Public Health (Tobacco Compliance) Inspectors or those who wish to become a Compliance Inspector to conduct undercover tobacco compliance inspections at retail locations throughout Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Undercover Buy (UB) and Advertising & Labeling (A&L) inspections at licensed tobacco retail outlets.
• Ensure compliance with FDA and State guidelines related to tobacco sales and marketing.
• Properly document findings and maintain compliance with chain of custody protocols for evidence storage.
• Cookordinate with state and federal program officials to support compliance enforcement actions.
• Provide testimony and declarations for enforcement or judicial actions when required.
• Provide guidance and training to your paired Underage Purchaser to ensure that all inspection outcomes meet FDA standards and guidelines.
• Accurately enter inspection results into the FDA Tobacco Inspection Management System (TIMS).
• Prepare and submit detailed reports on findings that align with the FDA program requirements.
• Participate in routine quality assurance reviews to ensure inspection accuracy and procedural adherence.
• Ensure that all evidence handled is properly logged, secured, and shipped as required by the FDA.

Requirements

• All inspectors must be currently employed with a State or local government law enforcement agency or a regulatory agency to be contracted with the FDA program.
• Must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow strict compliance protocols.
• Reliable Transportation
• Detail Oriented
• Strict adherence to deadlines and privacy
• Technical & Administrative Skills
• Ability to document findings accurately and submit reports in a timely manner.
• Strong communication and observational skills
• Familiarity with federal and state tobacco control laws is a plus.

Qualifications

• All inspectors must be currently employed with a State or local government law enforcement agency or a regulatory agency to be contracted with the FDA program.
• Must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow strict compliance protocols.
• Reliable Transportation
• Detail Oriented
• Strict adherence to deadlines and privacy
• Technical & Administrative Skills
• Ability to document findings accurately and submit reports in a timely manner.
• Strong communication and observational skills
• Familiarity with federal and state tobacco control laws is a plus.

Skills

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage with Prescription Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage with Prescription Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position may vary based on the needs of the agency and the location of the inspection.