Cannabis Government Program Manager Jobs

Description:

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The Program Manager will provide leadership and guidance on Metrc’s RFID Program and future RFID initiatives within the organization. This role will support projects that optimize inventory management processes across the organizations regulatory tracking platform and any future supply chain efforts. The position will work across the user community to define, qualify, and prioritize projects utilizing RFID technology.

The RFID Program Manager will lead and achieve operational excellence through the advancement of customer experience, leveraging an approach that considers all interdependent, interrelated processes that occur within our regulatory compliance systems. This role will have internal interaction with key management, support, technology, and operations within the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Live Metrc’s Core Values – Every day and all the time.
• Successfully manage, maintain, and grow your Metrc State programs to a world class standard.
• Foster client-agency relationships through frequent communication of updates, a thorough understanding of the Metrc system and State regulations, and regular productive meetings with the client-agency.
• Provide insight into general practices taken across all client agencies to allow for informed decisions on changes to the Metrc system.
• Generate documentation of State processes and requests for Enhancement Service Orders (ESO) and communicating all updates in changes in status to necessary parties
• Create messaging for the industry to effectively communicate changes in the system
• Deliver the required documentation and services during the deployment of a new program to ensure that the expected project schedule is met
• Coordinate internal Metrc departments to provide additional resources to client agency requests
• Monitor reported issues to ensure that all communication encourages compliant behavior
• Maintain oversight on Metrc environment configurations for client agencies
• Understand all current Metrc system offerings and/or identifying resources to convey the Metrc system offerings for any scenario presented by a client-agency
• Demonstrate all Metrc system offerings to client agencies and/or licensed businesses using the platform.
• Maintain weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting of the programs
• Maintain Teamwork project management site(s) or any future project management tool implemented
• Assist / coordinate meeting preparations and travel arrangements when traveling to our client agencies

. Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Two+ years working in Software within an Account Management/Customer Success Role
• College Degree or Equivalent Working Experience Outlined
• Preferred Experience with Government Projects
• Preferred Background in Regulated Cannabis Industry and Government Policies
• This role is required to be located in Sacramento, CA

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This role is a remote position when not performing travel based on business needs
• Moderate travel, around 30 - 50%, may be required (based on business need). Travel is typically by company car and or commercial air carrier
• Occasional evening and weekend work are required. Business travel will include meeting with client agencies at their offices and visiting cannabis business operators that grow, process, test, and sell cannabis products
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.

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GRADE
24
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission, Linthicum, MD
Main Purpose of Job
The Director manages and supervises the Office of Policy and Government Affairs at the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission (MMCC). This position provides advice and guidance to the Executive Director and MMCC Commission members on legislative and regulatory issues, including, drafting legislation, regulations, and position statements, testifying at legislative hearings and MMCC meetings, conducting legal and policy research, drafting legislative reports, and serving as a liaison for legislators, industry members, and the public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and at least 5 years of experience drafting legislative language, analyzing proposed legislation, testifying before the General Assembly or communicating a position on legislation to members of the Legislature and/or community, including two years of management or supervisory experience. Candidates must possess strong communication and presentation skills.
Preferred candidates will possess a Juris Doctorate degree, a master's degree in public policy or related field, and at least 5 to 7 years of related experience within a local, state or federal agency or government oversight agency or legal department of a related industry is required, with specific knowledge of Maryland state laws and regulations, particularly regulatory issues.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should possess experience specific to medical cannabis, health care and/or public health policies, legislation and programs.
SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [email protected].

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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GRADE
21
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission, Linthicum, MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position will support the Director in managing, directing and administering the Office of Policy and Government Affairs at the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission (MMCC). This includes providing advice and guidance to the Director, Executive Director, and Commission members on legislative issues, drafting legislation and position statements supporting the Commission’s position, testifying in legislative hearings, and providing information and support on all legislative matters. The incumbent will also support all regulatory and rulemaking efforts for the Commission, including drafting regulations, responding to public comment, testifying at Commission meetings, and serving as a Commission liaison to stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and six years of administrative or professional experience, including three years of experience drafting legislative language, analyzing proposed legislation, testifying before the General Assembly or communicating a position on legislation to members of the Legislature and/or community, including two years of management or supervisory experience.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for 2 years of the required general experience. A juris doctorate degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for 3 years of the required general experience.
Knowledge and prior experience in dealing with legislative and regulatory matters at the state or federal level is strongly preferred. Must have exceptional written and strong oral communication skills as well as superior organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should possess experience specific to medical cannabis, health care, and/or public health policies, legislation, and programs.
SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [email protected].

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

Apply for this job with State of Maryland

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By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.