Inspector

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario

$89K — $105K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in regulatory enforcement and compliance
  • Proven track record of conducting inspections and compliance activities
  • Strong report writing and organizational abilities
  • Demonstrated relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
  • Experience in high-pressure decision-making environments
  • Ability to present evidence in legal settings
  • Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's License with a clean record

Responsibilities

  • Conduct risk-based compliance inspections of regulated entities
  • Support the AGCO's regulatory objectives through knowledge of industry practices
  • Educate stakeholders about compliance and regulatory aims
  • Document inspections and activities accurately
  • Maintain logs and activity records as per established protocols
  • Prepare detailed inspection reports for internal use

Benefits

  • Generous time-off policy including volunteer days
  • Defined benefit pension plan for financial security
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage at no cost
  • Well-being credits for gym memberships and therapy
  • Employer-paid parental leave top-up
  • Professional development opportunities and training resources
  • 24/7 confidential support through Employee Assistance Program
  • Central office location with paid onsite parking
Full Job Description
Employment Type:

Existing Vacancy:

Contract (up to 12 months), Full-Time

Yes

Division/Branch:

Operations Division / Regulatory Compliance Branch

Application Deadline:

August 10, 2026

Pay Level:

8

Pay Range:

$43.05 hourly to $50.65 hourly

Work Location:

Area of Search:

Northern Ontario (Timmins) ; Travel within the Province of Ontario is required.

Within 100 km radius of the locations listed above.

Note: Applicants beyond 100 km of Head Office may be considered

Reporting to the Manager, Regulatory Compliance, the Inspector is responsible for delivering compliance-focused regulatory assurance activities within the sectors regulated by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). These include the Alcohol, Lottery and Gaming, and Cannabis sectors.

What You Will Do:
  • Plan for and conduct risk-based, outcomes-focused compliance activities, such as inspections of AGCO regulated entities in several lines of business to validate compliance in operating procedures, manuals and established best practices as well as with the applicable legislation, standards, rules, terms, conditions and/or other regulatory requirements.
  • Support the AGCO's outcomes-focused approach in delivering services as required by the AGCO's mandate with knowledge of industry-specific practices and businesses.
  • Act as a resource and provide information and education to stakeholders (internal and external), their staff, community stakeholders, the public and other partners to promote and enhance compliance and understanding of AGCO regulatory objectives verbally and/or in writing where appropriate.
  • Document and record in the form of handwritten notes a thorough and detailed account of all daily inspections and other activities in accordance with established policies and best practices.
  • Maintain logs of all activities in accordance with established protocols (e.g. vehicle reporting and maintenance, travel, expenses, inventory control log etc.).
  • Prepare inspection reports within the AGCO's internal system and escalate as per the established policies.

You Have:
  • Demonstrated experience in/and substantial knowledge of risk-based, outcomes-focused law/regulatory enforcement and information-gathering techniques.
  • Direct experience conducting inspections and/or other compliance activities and providing excellent service to the public.
  • Excellent report writing and organizational skills with the ability to successfully meet frequent deadlines.
  • A proven ability to build relationships at all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to make sound decisions when faced with difficult/confrontational situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to give evidence at hearings and court proceedings.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience using word processing applications and MS Office software.
  • A willingness to travel and work variable hours (including nights, weekends, and statutory holidays).
  • Valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence free of offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure while maintaining a high volume of work.
  • Eligibility to work in Canada and the ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.

Nice to Have:
  • Previous delivery of stakeholder training will be an asset.


What we offer

The AGCO provides a comprehensive range of benefits and programs (subject to eligibility), including:
  • Generous time-off policy, including 2 volunteer days to contribute to causes that matter to you.
  • Defined benefit pension plans to secure your financial future.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, with 100% employer-paid premiums.
  • Well-being credits to support gym memberships, therapy, financial planning, and more.
  • Employer-paid parental leave top-up.
  • Professional development opportunities with access to training programs, leadership resources, and reimbursement for professional memberships.
  • 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Convenient, central location near the subway line for easy access when working in the office. Paid onsite parking is also available.

Please note that only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.

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