Test Shoppers 2024-16

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  • Casual
  • Dryden Ontario, Fort Frances Ontario, Kenora Ontario
  • $16.48-$18.68 per hour USD / Year
  • Start Date: To Be Determined
  • Terms: Casual Employment March 25, 2024 to December 31, 2024
  • Salary: $16.48-$18.68 per hour
  • Position Summary:

    Students, aged 14-17, will be working under the guidance of a Smoke-Free Ontario Act Enforcement Officer. The SFOA Test Shoppers will assist with monitoring retailers in the Northwestern Health Unit area for compliance with youth access restrictions under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act.

  • Qualifications:
    • Currently enrolled in secondary school (students interested in a law enforcement or legal careers would be an asset)
    • Be willing and able to approach and ask retailers for e-cigarettes, components of e-cigarettes, and tobacco products in a public setting and provide a description of the retailer.
    • Be willing and able to allow photos (of themselves) to be used as evidence and when needed, attend court.
    • Strong observation skills, and ability to recall details and capture these observations legibly as notes.
    • Effective handwritten and verbal communication skills.
    • Self-confidence and self-assuredness with an ability to maintain confidential information.
    • High standards of personal integrity, honesty, and respect.
    • Ability to grasp and understand basic concepts relating to law enforcement and prosecutions.
    • Ability to think, adapt and use sound judgement in stressful situations.
  • Other:
    • All new Northwestern Health Unit employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of hire, unless medically exempt or otherwise exempt under the Ontario Human Rights Code
    • Access to transportation. Mileage allowance provided.
    • Successful candidate requires a clear Criminal Reference Check prior to start of work
    • As part of the application process, along with your resume, please complete and submit the NWHU Application Form; please include the Job Posting number as part of your submission
    • We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
  • Deadline for Applications: Accepting applications until filled
  • Accessibility Statement:

    We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process we will work with you to meet your needs; contact careers@nwhu.on.ca.

To apply for this position, email your resume, cover letter, and our NWHU Application Form to careers@nwhu.on.ca.

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