Fuel and Tobacco Tax Inspector Talent Pool

Fuel and Tobacco Tax Inspector Talent Pool

Fuel and Tobacco Tax Inspector – Talent Pool

Are you a team player who is committed to your community through public service? Do you have an interest in public education and performing inspections? Then this is the opportunity for you with the Ministry of Finance.
This talent pool can be used to fill vacancies in the following locations. Please indicate your preferred work location when applying.
- London
- Hamilton
- North York
- Sudbury
- Oshawa
Note: Vacancies will be filled relating to the needs of the specific program; not all duties will be performed by each successful candidate.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:
- Conduct inspections and perform compliance reviews in a variety of settings including: fuel and tobacco retailers and distributors, tobacco farming and processing operations, as well as commercial motor vehicles and inter-jurisdictional transporters;
- Provide education on legislative requirements with the Fuel Tax Act, Gasoline Tax, Act, International Fuel Tax Agreement, Tobacco Tax Act and applicable regulations;
- Review documents, permits, licences, contracts and applicable inventories;
- Identify illicit products and transactions;
- Calculate tax liabilities and/or issuance of penalty assessments and other sanctions.

Location:Hamilton, London, North York, Oshawa, Sudbury

How do I qualify?

Mandatory:

- You have a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
- You are able to travel extensively throughout Ontario.
- You are able to work irregular hours.
- You are able to pass colour vision screening (being able to distinguish hues and colour markings).

Knowledge:

- You have knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policy and procedures.
- You have knowledge and/or experience in regulatory compliance and Ontario Court proceedings to gather evidence, provide testimony and provide support to prosecutions.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

- You have very strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills to deal with operators, drivers and business owners in an assertive but respectful and supportive manner.
- You have excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare clear and concise reports.
- You are able to effectively represent the Ministry in public awareness programs.

Analytical and Judgment Skills:

- You have strong analytical and judgment skills to conduct inspections, examine records and assess compliance.
- You have judgment to take initiative to assess compliance in potentially difficult or contentious situations.

Salary Range:$27.79 - $33.17 per hour

Additional information:

  • Permanent, 130 Dufferin Ave, London, West Region or 119 King St W, Hamilton, West Region or 5 Park Home Ave, North York, Toronto Region or 159 Cedar St, Sudbury, North Region or 33 King St W, Oshawa, Central Region, General Screening Requirement
  • Temporary, 130 Dufferin Ave, London, West Region or 119 King St W, Hamilton, West Region or 5 Park Home Ave, North York, Toronto Region or 159 Cedar St, Sudbury, North Region or 33 King St W, Oshawa, Central Region, General Screening Requirement

Note:

  • The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next eighteen months following the closing date of the job ad posting.
  • In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
    You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.)
    A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

Please apply online, only, by Wednesday, October 12, 2016, by visiting and entering Job ID 97417 in the Job ID search field. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.
If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

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