Tobacco Enforcement Section Manager (Regulation Manager 14)

State of Michigan

$73K — $109K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • Four years of experience in regulation and investigative services equivalent to Regulation Agent or Officer.
  • Two years of experience as Regulation Agent P11 or Regulation Officer P11, or one year as Regulation Agent 12 or Officer 12.
  • Six years of law enforcement, corporate security, or military experience in investigative roles, as an alternative to education.
  • Official transcripts or military documentation required for application.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise the Tobacco Tax Enforcement Section.
  • Manage complex assignments and project planning.
  • Enforce compliance with the Tobacco Product Tax Act (TPTA).
  • Conduct statewide field tobacco compliance checks.
  • Ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • Flexible/hybrid work schedule with remote work opportunity.
  • Potential for further professional development.
  • Stable job within a government department.
  • Opportunity to engage in statewide enforcement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Salary : $73,382.40 - $109,428.80 Annually
Location : Dimondale, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2701-26-19-21
Department: Treasury
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 7/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description
**This position offers the ability to work remotely three days per week with a Flexible/Hybrid work schedule. **

The Tax Compliance Bureau (TCB), Tobacco Enforcement section within the Discovery & Tax Enforcement Division, is recruiting for a candidate to lead our Tobacco Tax Enforcement Section. We are looking for a candidate that can manage multi-tasking complex assignments, has knowledge of project planning and execution, and can actively manage and supervise the Tobacco Enforcement Section. This position will also involve enforcing compliance with the Tobacco Product Tax Act (TPTA).

The perfect candidate will be responsible for all field tobacco compliance checks and enforcement activities statewide. The Tobacco Enforcement Manager will also be responsible for ensuring consistency and adherence with policies, procedures, and established guidelines in relation to the inspection and enforcement of the Tobacco Product Tax Act.



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Required Education and Experience
Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience

Four years of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent or Regulation Officer, including two years equivalent to a Regulation Agent P11 or Regulation Officer P11, or one year equivalent to a Regulation Agent 12 or Regulation Officer 12.

Alternate Education and Experience
Regulation Manager 14Six years of experience in a law enforcement agency, corporate security setting, or the United States Armed Services providing investigative services as an investigator or sworn detective.

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) or your DD2214 to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

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 (CHEA). Civil Service accepts evaluations of foreign credentials from or the 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.

Remote Work. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you are a State of Michigan resident, this position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 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. Note: Additional onsite work may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.
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 the State of Michigan, you must commute to Michigan to perform the responsibilities and duties of this position.

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 may occur 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 positiondoes 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.

Updated: 2/28/24
01

REGUMGR - Do you possess one of the following?A bachelor's degree or higher in any major, AND at least four years of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent or Regulation Officer, including two years equivalent to a Regulation Agent P11 or Regulation Officer P11, or one year equivalent to a Regulation Agent 12 or Regulation Officer 12. Please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.ORNo degree and at least six years of experience in a law enforcement agency, corporate security setting, or the United States Armed Services providing investigative services as an investigator or sworn detective.
  • Yes
  • No

02

From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Transportation or Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) etc.)
  • Not a State of Michigan employee (never employed with the State)
  • A current Department of Treasury employee
  • A current State of Michigan (non-Treasury) employee
  • A previous State of Michigan employee

03

How many years of professional experience do you possess in the areas of tobacco tax enforcement or tobacco tax policy?
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to three years
  • Three to five years
  • Five years or more

04

How many years of professional leadership experience do possess organizing and managing the work of professional staff? (Professional experience is considered post-bachelor's degree.)
  • None

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