Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time Varies Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $22.51 - $22.51 Paid FTE n/a Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS n/a Planned Start Date Feb. 7 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) No Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Island Health ( Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Supervisor, Tobacco Prevention and Control or Supervisor Health Protection within the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) and working under the direct oversight of a Tobacco Enforcement Officer/Reduction Coordinator or Environmental Health Officer, the Minor Test Shopper participates in conducting administrative checks on retail outlets across Vancouver Island to monitor compliance with tobacco legislation limiting the supply of tobacco products to persons under the age of 19 years and/or tanning facility legislation and bylaws restricting the use of UV tanning equipment to persons under the age of 18 years.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceThis employment opportunity is available only to applicants between the ages of 14 and 17 years with a minimum grade 8 education. Applicants must have parental consent and require valid BC identification (drivers licence, BC ID card or passport).
Skills And AbilitiesDemonstrated trustworthiness and honesty.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to document information in a clear and concise manner.Ability to work as part of a team.Ability to be punctual and reliable.Good attention to detail.Must be a non-smoker.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Physical ability to perform the duties. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD3047.pdf Additional information for applicants This role involves doing regulatory compliance checks (attempting to purchase tobacco and/or vapor products) at retailers within Island Health. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age by June 2025 and not older than 17 years of age by September 2025. Applicants must state age/date of birth on their application/resume. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Community Subsector Affiliation/Union BCGEU