Tobacco compliance

City of Worcester
Worcester, MA

DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking three (3) Tobacco Compliance Interns to work for the Division of Public Heath within the Tobacco Control Program. Under the direction of the Tobacco Inspector, the position focuses on reducing youth access to tobacco products through compliance inspections. The Tobacco Compliance Interns will accompany the Tobacco Inspector in visiting establishments to assess adherence to state and local tobacco regulations. This includes attempting to purchase tobacco products to ensure retailers comply with the law. Additionally, the intern will support the Tobacco Inspector by providing insight for policy drafting, addressing youth-related concerns, and contributing to community education efforts on enforcement and compliance.

Essential Elements

  • Conduct annual compliance checks with the Tobacco Coordinator at 100% of establishments that sell tobacco products in the community
  • Provide tobacco prevention through enforcement of current local policies
  • Provide technical assistance to local boards of health in writing new policies
  • Address youth access and the effects of environmental tobacco smoke
  • Educate the community around current and emerging tobacco products
  • Ability to work in the community with the tobacco Inspector visiting retailers as assigned


Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Professional and reliable
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and critical thinking/problem solving skills
  • Ability to track and report on tasks completed
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to conceptualize and organize projects into manageable tasks
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required
  • Strong time management skills
  • Willingness to learn
  • Positive attitude


Minimum Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an educational institution, High School diploma/equivalent
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Must be between the age of 16 and 20 years of age


Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
  • Interest in public health, tobacco prevention, youth engagement, or health education
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in community settings
  • Bilingual or multilingual
  • Demonstrated commitment to health equity and serving diverse populations
  • Prior experience collecting and recording data or participating in compliance/enforcement activities


SALARY: $15.00 hourly, part-time, non-benefitted.

To apply, please visit: or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, [email protected].
Posted 2025-10-06

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