DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

Address:  150 N. 18th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $52,223.60 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Responsible for conducting inspections for compliance with sections 907(a)(1)(A) and 911 of the Federal Control Act, educating retail tobacco proprietors regarding current federal tobacco control laws and regulations, and submitting quarterly reports and other documents as needed. All program participants/inspectors must pass a federal background/fingerprint clearance to receive federal commission credentials before they can perform any inspections. Must be willing to work with youth ages 16 - 20.

This position is may be required to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, drive a state vehicle, frequent travel which may include overnight stays to all 15 counties of Arizona to conduct inspections, attend meetings and or youth recruitment activities

This is a hybrid position that may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The expected work schedule varies and the successful candidate should be willing to work in-office up to 5 days if/when needed.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

-Conducting inspections for compliance with sections 907(a)(1 )(A) and 911 of the Federal Control Act.
-Assist with recruitment of underage purchasers, presentations at schools, youth groups, etc..., coordinating & scheduling inspections with youth & with team members.
-Office duties, such as completing logs, documenting, handling & collecting evidence and preparing reports.
-Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5% - 10%)

Knowledge of:

- Public health principles, environmental health, regulatory inspection procedures, and tobacco control.
- Knowledge may be acquired through education or on-the-job training and experience in a field such as public health, environmental health, or tobacco control.
- Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.

Skill in:

- Analytical and critical reading skills, analytical and critical writing skills, good communication skills, organizational and interpersonal skills, and planning and coordinating skills.
- Skills may be acquired in a variety of on-the-job and academic experiences and professional certifications, such as a Registered Sanitarian.

Ability to:

- Demonstrated ability to communicate information both orally and in writing, and ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions with regards to compliance and enforcement.
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.

Bachelor's Degree in a science related to public or environmental health. Experience with regulatory investigations and compliance enforcement is preferred. Experience working with teenage youth.

Candidate will be required to have a valid Arizona Driver's License and undergo a criminal and driving background check. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen and will be expected to become a commissioned officer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), under the authority of the Federal Food,Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Candidate will be working with minors and must clear an FDA background check to become a Commissioned Agent.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.