Commercial Services, Operations Unit Closing Date: November 3, 2026

Salary Range: $71,302 - $86,225 per annum [6XH]

The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba (LGCA) regulates the province’s liquor, gaming, cannabis, and horse racing industries. We license liquor sales, service and manufacturing; gaming employees, products and operations; retail cannabis stores; and horse racing. We strive to serve the public through impartial regulation that prioritizes safety and fosters informed choices in these industries.

The LGCA is seeking a highly motivated individual to work within the Commercial Services Department, which is part of the Operations Unit. The Inspector is an appointed peace officer responsible for protecting the public through education and enforcement of The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act and its regulations. Specifically, the position ensures compliance with liquor, retail cannabis and commercial gaming (video lottery terminals, lottery ticket retailers) requirements and is responsible for planning compliance and permit work based on risk, conducting education sessions, monitoring the media, and developing internal and external working relationships.

This position is based at the Winnipeg headquarters and is a shift-work position which requires frequent travel throughout Manitoba, including overnight, multi-day trips working away from home. The position requires the incumbent to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, late-night and weekend shifts, as part of a risk-based enforcement team.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria and qualifications may be considered on an underfill basis at the underfill pay grade. In such cases,



the candidate will be appointed at a lower classification and pay grade until the required qualifications are met.

- Full working level salary range: $71,302 - $86,225 per annum [6XH]
- Underfill salary range: $67,614 – $81,780 per annum [6XG]

Staff in underfill will perform duties with appropriate supervision and may be eligible for reclassification to the full working level upon demonstration of required competencies, experience, or qualifications, subject to approval and in accordance with the collective agreement.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

- A degree from a post-secondary institution, preferably in criminal justice, enforcement, administrative law, business administration or public administration; and three to five years’ experience conducting inspections or comparable in-the-field compliance/ enforcement work, preferably involving public sector and regulatory environments. A combination of education and experience may also be considered.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with staff, clients and stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, impartiality and sound judgement, with demonstrated analytical skills to identify risks, irregularities, patterns or trends and make appropriate decisions.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to de-escalate contentious situations.




- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
- Well-developed political acumen to understand the impact of their actions, how decisions can be influenced in different situations, and the ability to adapt to changes in priorities or direction.
- Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying policies, legislation and regulatory standards and requirements; as well as basic knowledge of legal and court proceedings.
- Inspection skills including documenting evidence and gathering and recording information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan, balance and manage multiple work demands and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team workplace.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and specialized databases (e.g. LGCA Regulatory Management System [RMS]).

The following qualifications are desired:

- Understanding of First Nations issues, language and culture.
- Experience in presenting complex information in a way that educates and encourages compliance.
- Proficiency in French.

Duties

The inspector undertakes inspection activities at licensed establishments (e.g., restaurants, bars, beer vendors, cannabis stores, VLT sites, lottery ticket retailers) and permitted events (e.g., wedding socials, fundraisers with liquor service). They assess whether there are compliance or safety concerns, and process complex permits within scope. They work without supervision in the field and must independently make quick and balanced decisions and maintain their professionalism in contention situations. An inspector must build effective internal and external working relatio

📌 Inspector (Winnipeg)
🏢 Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg