Tobacco Enforcement Section Manager (Regulation Manager 14)
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.
Are you a self-motivated, resourceful, confident individual with a positive attitude and strong ethical standards who likes to be challenged with new opportunities? If so, this could be the perfect position for you. Come help us strengthen our operations and elevate the services we provide every day!
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.
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.
View the full Position Description here: Regulation Manager 14
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/R/RegulationManager.pdf
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelors 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 14
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.
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 applicants name, college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrars 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. (AICE). 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.
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 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 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.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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REGUMGR - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelors 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. OR No 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.
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.)
03
How many years of professional experience do you possess in the areas of tobacco tax enforcement or tobacco tax policy?
04
How many years of professional leadership experience do possess organizing and managing the work of professional staff? (Professional experience is considered post-bachelors degree.)
05
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your leadership experience in detail. This experience should be clearly documented in your application materials. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A.
06
How many years of experience do you possess cooperatively leading teams to meet project goals?
07
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail. This experience should be clearly documented in your application materials. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A.
08
Do you have knowledge of the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) and the Tobacco Products Tax Act (TPTA)?
09
If you answered "Yes" in the previous question, please describe your knowledge and experience. This should be clearly documented in your application materials. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A.
10
This position requires independent in-state travel utilizing airplanes, trains, cars, taxicabs, buses, etc. as needed, for work-related purposes. Do you understand and agree with the travel requirements for this position?
11
To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan, do you understand and agree to this requirement?
12
This position is required to work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays and is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays if you are a State of Michigan resident. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace and sufficient and secure 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. Do you understand and agree to these work requirements?
13
Professional references are required to be considered for this position. Acceptable references include current or recent supervisors. Individuals in higher level positions responsible for overseeing and directing work may be considered. Have you provided at least 3 acceptable professional references either in the application or an attachment?
14
Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
15
If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelors degree, did you remember to attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department Treasury Address TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov
430 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48922
Phone 517-335-7508