Tobacco Enforcement Investigator (Regulation Agent 9-P11)

State of Michigan; Sterling Heights (MI); Remote; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan is seeking a Regulation Agent to join the Tobacco Enforcement team within the Discovery and Tax Enforcement Division at the Tax Compliance Bureau. The role is fully remote for Michigan residents, with required field and occasional on-site work as part of investigations.

Salary ranges are provided per level, and education requires a bachelor's degree. Candidates should be prepared for travel within Michigan and to participate in investigations alongside partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Qualifying professional experience is only considered post-bachelor's degree.
• Two years of experience as an investigator or detective in..., etc.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate licensees for compliance with the Tobacco Products Tax Act (TPTA), Master Settlement Agreement (MSA), Revenue Act 122 of 1941, and related rules.
• Analyze cases related to non-compliant taxpayers to identify tax avoidance and evasion.
• Conduct routine on-site field visits of facilities seeking licensure and participate in investigations with state authorities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Regulation

Investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree (any major)

Tools

Background check

E-Verify

Job description

This position offers the ability to work remotely five days per week for State of Michigan residents.

If you are a self-motivated, resourceful, and confident individual we may have the perfect position for you. We are recruiting for a Regulation Agent who is detail-orientated, innovative, and collaborative to join our Tobacco Enforcement team in the Discovery and Tax Enforcement Division at the Tax Compliance Bureau (TCB).

This position performs a full range of professional assignments including evaluating licensees for compliance with the Tobacco Products Tax Act (TPTA), Master Settlement Agreement (MSA), Revenue Act 122 of 1941, and related administrative rules. This position analyzes cases related to non-compliant taxpayers to identify instances of tax avoidance and evasion. Conducts analysis on specific cases to determine nature of offenses, egregiousness of offenses identified, and prepares reports and recommendations for necessary enforcement actions. Position performs routine on-site field visits of facilities seeking ongoing licensure from the State of Michigan and participates in investigations alongside third party entities such as the Michigan State Police and the Attorney General’s Office. This position is fully remote work which requires both field and occasional on-site work.

Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, employee development, and Diversity and Inclusion. If you value these characteristics and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that offers a great work-life balance, we encourage you to apply! To learn more about this position, review the position description below.

Position Locations (see District Map)

• District 1
• District 2

The "Salary" listed is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11)level. Qualifying professional experience is only considered post-bachelor's degree. Candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they qualify for. The final salary amount is determined by the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Regulation Agent 9 - $26.47 - $32.94

Regulation Agent 10 - $25.57 - $34.73

Regulation Agent P11 - $28.37 - $40.62

View the job classification specification here.

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Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Please Note

Qualifying professional experience is only considered post-bachelor's degree. A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.

Experience

Regulation Agent 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Regulation Agent 10

One year of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent 9.

Regulation Agent P11

Two years of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent, including one year equivalent to a Regulation Agent 10.

Regulation Agent 9 - P11

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Two years of experience as an investigator or detective in a law enforcement, US Armed Services, or private agency conducting criminal investigations or corporate investigations including fraud, embezzlement, and security threats may be substituted for the education and experience required at the entry level; three years of such experience may be substituted at the intermediate level; four years of such experience may be substituted at the experienced level, and five years of such experience may be substituted at the advanced level.

Official Transcripts

For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the applicant's name, college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and MUST be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Foreign Transcripts

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university MUST have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Civil Service accepts evaluations of foreign credentials from National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Military experience

For those applicants with military service, please provide your DD214 or other official military documentation that may help identify transferable skills and experience that may qualify in lieu of the required education. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Fingerprinting

This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075. Employees must maintain a favorable criminal history while employed in a position with access to FTI.

Travel

This position requires extensive independent in-state travel utilizing automobiles, airplanes, trains, taxicabs, buses, ships, etc. This includes evenings, weekends and/or overnight accommodations, as needed, for work-related purposes.

All work must be performed in the state of Michigan

To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must commute to Michigan to perform the responsibilities and duties of this position at your assigned official work location.

Remote Work

This position is eligible to work remotely up to five days per week; additional on-site work may be required. Additionally, the selected candidate must have a secure, safe, and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions while performing the duties of this position, as well as secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.

E-Verify

The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

AI

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.

Interviews

Interviews will be conducted virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.

Note: Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can check their application status in their NEOGOV profile.

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