Cannabis Division Director Cannabis Regulation Jobs

Job Location: This position will be located at 3418 Knipp Dr., Jefferson City, MO 65109

Why you’ll love this position:

Lead implementation of the newly passed amendment to Article XIV of the Missouri Constitution, which gives the Department of Health and Senior services the responsibility to regulate access to, and the production and distribution of, marijuana for patients and adult consumers. The Division Director will hold primary responsibility for ensuring the new law is effectively and efficiently implemented in alignment with DHSS' mission of protecting public health.

What you’ll do:

• Guide and direct program design and development through strategic planning, policy formation, rulemaking, and contracting.


• Develop and administer the medical and adult use program budgets, which are projected to be between $25 - $30 million collectively.


• Lead and oversee communication with and outreach to external stakeholders, including the legislature, other public agencies, local governments, patient advocates, industry representatives, and the general public.


• Provide leadership to 150+ professional and support staff, including direct supervision of 3 staff.


• Ensure fair and consistent enforcement of all regulatory expectations of individuals and facilities that obtain licensure under the medical and adult use marijuana programs.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university


• Thorough knowledge of Article XIV, 19 CSR 30-95, and the changes to Article XIV effectuated by Amendment 3.


• Expertise in policy and rule development, especially in the area of cannabis regulation, as well as significant understanding of regulatory issues and strategies in other states that have legalized cannabis use.


• Demonstrably strong managerial and adminstrative skills, such as by holding leadership positions for significant amounts of time in programs with similar-sized staffing and budgets as those expected for the Division of Cannabis Regulation.


• Excellent communication skills, including through writing and public speaking, with emphasis on effective communication of complex and/or controversial subject matter.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Emily Hollis, 573-751-6005, [email protected]

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