Cannabis Jobs in Salt Lake County, UT

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory - Microbiolgist I Job
Job Description:
The Division of Laboratory Services at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is seeking a qualified individual to fill a Microbiologist I position to support the Dairy, Meat, and Utah Medical Cannabis programs. The incumbant will work in an ISO 17025 accredited Dairy Testing Laboratory and help bring the meat and cannabis testing laboratories under the scope of the ISO accreditaion. The ideal applicant will have a bachelor's degree in microbiology and knowledge of FDA PMO. However, individuals with bachelor’s degrees in biology or chemistry and some microbiological laboratory experience are encouraged to apply. We are looking for an individual with outstanding integrity, is detail-oriented, and has exceptional interpersonal communication skills. In the dairy testing laboratory, pasteurized and raw milk and Grade A Dairy Products are tested to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Routine Analyses performed include testing for: total bacteria and coliforms, milk inhibitors and antibiotics, somatic cells, alkaline phosphatase, fat and protein levels in milk products, added water in milk, and dairy water testing. Meat and cannabis testing will primarily involve the use of PCR and plating techniques.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.
Principal Duties As a Microbiologist I, you will:

• Work under the direction of senior laboratory staff.
• Conduct microbiological tests and evaluate results.
• Perform procedures to prepare the sample for analysis, including grinding, weighing, and diluting samples.
• Maintain detailed records of laboratory procedures and analysis results.
• Perform essential laboratory housekeeping functions, including temperature tracking, solution preparation, data entry, and cleaning.
• Follow established laboratory practices, procedures, and safety guidelines Help maintain laboratory equipment Interpret, explain, and apply agency policies and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws, regulations, etc.
• Generate reports and findings, and defend analytical work during hearings or litigation.
• Review data, records, and files for detail and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
• Develop or modify rules, policies, standards, and procedures Audit dairies in the State of Utah. Work with foodborne pathogens.

The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate has:

• Experience conducting microbiological testing including plate counting, PCR, ID/AST testing, etc.
• A bachelor’s degree in microbiology.
• Proficiency in performing basic calculations for preparing precise solution concentrations and sample dilutions.
• Advanced knowledge of common office software and data systems.
• The ability to effectively manage their own time and the time of others.
• The ability to follow established SOPs.
• Strong communication skills. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Other Necessary Requirements
The candidate must:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry or a related field.
• Have advanced knowledge of chemistry and microbiology safety and terminolog.
• Have a current driver’s license.
• Have a safe driving record.
• Be capable of driving a motor vehicle for extended periods of time. Be able to work while sitting or standing.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the mission of the Division of Laboratory Services at Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, which is to ensure the wholesomeness and safety of Utah's food supply and agricultural products through laboratory testing. This position is also an excellent opportunity to learn and contribute to the development of the rapidly growing cannabis industry and ensure the safety of medical cannabis products. As an employee of the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, you will receive excellent health and retirement benefits as well as generous paid time off, which contributes to a favorable work-life balance. You will be working as part of a small team in a clean, modern laboratory environment with access to current advanced analytical instrumentation and data systems.
The Agency:
For more information about the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, click here.

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

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Job Description

Administrative Law Judge II
Love the law and have a JD?
Join the Office of Administrative Hearings as an Administrative Law Judge.
An Administrative Law Judge II (ALJ II) presides over and conducts informal but often complex administrative hearings on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services. This position will focus on conducting informal hearings regarding the Division of Child and Family Services and other programs as needed, which may include: the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, the Office of Recovery Services, the Center for Medical Cannabis, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or the Primary Care Network (PCN) Program.

Why You Should Join Our Team
You will be working with a great team, and will also receive great health and retirement benefits along with paid leave time and paid time off for holidays. To learn more about the generous State of Utah benefits, click
here.

The Agency
To learn more about the Department of Health and Human Services and why you should join our team, click here to view our website.

Example of Duties

• Conducts informal hearings and pre-hearing conferences by video, telephone, and in-person.
• Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases.
• Makes determination of witness credibility.
• Resolves procedural issues and rules on objections to evidence or questions from counsel.
• Makes final judgment and issues written decision in a timely manner.
• Questions witnesses when necessary and considers testimony and evidence that is presented.
• Issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, rules on other legal issues prior to hearing.
• Explains procedures and rules that apply to hearings to litigants, attorneys, and others.
• Accurately maintains files and records.
• Assists in other office duties as needed.

Typical Qualifications

• a Juris Doctor and at least three years of experience practicing law are required
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply legal processes and procedures
• interpret and apply legal decisions
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally
• communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• speak before a group of people
• provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions
• concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
• knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file and record management, and other office procedures and terminology

Supplemental Information

• A Juris Doctor is required.
• At least three years of experience practicing law is required.
• The position has hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., currently comprised of working from home and providing in-office coverage, and occasionally handling in-person hearings in various areas of the state.
• Preference may be given to applicants who are current members of the Utah State Bar.
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge and experience in Human Services Programs, litigation experience, judicial clerkships or prior administrative law experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants with one year or more work experience in juvenile court or child welfare, Medicaid, and/or prior work experience as an Administrative Law Judge.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description

Medical Cannabis - Financial Manager II
Utah Medical Cannabis Administration
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance? Do you have experience with accounting, auditing, process improvement, and project management? The Utah Department of Health & Human Services seeks a
Medical Cannabis Financial Manager II in the Utah Medical Cannabis Administration to provide financial oversight of the Medical Cannabis program, ensure compliance with established guidelines, implement, review, and improve processes, and help with or manage financial projects under the general supervision of the Budget Manager.

Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).

Why You Should Join Our Team
You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance
. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.

The Agency
To learn more about the Utah Department of Health & Human Services, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment with UDOH will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check. There will be no cost to you and fingerprints will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter at various UDOH locations. You may review the department policy by clicking here. (Download PDF reader)

Example of Duties

As the Medical Cannabis Financial Manager II you will:

• Be responsible for budget preparation and budget monitoring of the Medical Cannabis program.
• Assist with fee determination and fee schedule preparation.
• Supervise finance staff.
• Prepare cash and bank reconciliations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls for financial reporting.
• Monitor legislative changes made to the Medical Cannabis Act to help ensure compliance with all aspects of the program.
• Provide other financial support for the Medical Cannabis program.
• Provide oversight of medical cannabis pharmacy inventory controls.
• Manage contracts and other agreements.
• Ensure compliance to State and Federal regulations.

Preference m
ay be given to applicants with a Master's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance.

Typical Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience evaluating and implementing process improvements including financial internal controls.
• Has the ability to communicate well in writing and verbally.
• Can demonstrate an understanding and implementation of proper documentation of transactions.
• Has the ability to work with people in a professional manner which shows sensitivity and tact, especially with differing opinions.
• Is a quick learner.
• Has experience creating and maintaining budgets.
• Is a CPA.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Physical Requirements:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description

Are you looking for a new career at the forefront of medical and Public Health change? Well this position with the Utah Department of Health may be just what you are looking for. Duties of this position include: conduct inspections of medical cannabis pharmacies; identify problems or gaps in medical cannabis pharmacy operations and educate pharmacies about possible solutions; education of medical cannabis pharmacies, medical providers, and professional groups regarding medical cannabis laws; make recommendations for agency action to be taken against licensees and individuals registered with the program who have engaged in unlawful conduct.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate will have:

• 
  Proficiency in daily use of electronic systems or software
• The ability to evaluate information against a set of standards
• The ability to identify problems or gaps in facility or business operations
• The ability to implement new laws, regulations, and policies
• The ability to make recommendations for actions to be taken against entities or individuals who have been found to violate the law
• Experience conducting regulatory inspections of businesses
• Experience writing reports

PREFERENCES
The following experience or skills may be of benefit to you, but the absence of them will not, necessarily, exclude you from consideration. The hiring manager may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.
Experience reviewing problems or complaints

• Experience using electronic systems on a daily basis
• Experience reviewing problems or complaints
• Strong written and oral communication
• Experience educating individuals and groups about laws, regulations, and policies
• Experience with implementing new laws, regulations, and policies
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and other programs

SO WHY APPLY?
This is your chance to affect a real change in Utah's future. This is an opportunity for a new career which rewards your knowledge, professional abilities, caring nature, and efforts. This position offers a rich benefits package with 11 paid holidays per year. Annual leave accrued at 4 hours per pay period and increasing over time and sick leave accrued at 4 hours of leave per pay period. Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other employee incentives and bonuses are also available. Please click
HERE for a page where you can review these and other benefits.
THE AGENCY
To learn more about the program
, please click

HERE
.
If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. This check will include fingerprinting at various DHHS locations for your convenience. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter. You may review the policy by clicking
HERE. (Download PDF reader)

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. This check will include fingerprinting at various DHHS locations for your convenience. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
• As a condition of employment, this position requires compliance with the Utah Department of Health Employee Immunization policy. Applicants may request a copy of the policy if called for an interview.
• In state travel will be required.
• Occasional out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.
• Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.

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Job Description
Job Title: Food and Dairy Compliance Officer

• This position may be underfilled as a EHSII or EHS I.

Location:
Wasatch
Front Area
Job Description:
This is a senior level job. An Environmental Health Scientist III inspects the largest and most complex food, dairy and industrial hemp facilities; assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of a food, dairy and industrial hemp compliance program. Reviews state and federally regulated food, dairy and industrial hemp industry facilities and advises others on the interpretation and enforcement of laws. Performs inspections and investigations involving a high degree of independent judgment, assures the reconditioning, removal or destruction of condemned products, and prepares cases and court actions. These activities include essential food safety and public health protection responsibilities. Maintains liaison with federal and local agencies and gives talks and lectures to interested parties. May serve as the agency's subject matter expert in one or more areas of specialty, such as, meat, shellfish, dairy and industrial hemp etc. Provides support to other staff within the department.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• Will be working in and around controlled substances, including cannabis production and processing. Inspecting facilities, machinery, equipment, systems, etc., to verify safety, maintenance, sanitary conditions, functions, and quality.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
• Gathers, identifies, and/or stores samples of materials to be tested on site or forwarded to a laboratory for testing.
• Condemns, detains, embargoes, or stops sale of unfit equipment, machinery, structures, or food products.
• Maintains detailed inspection or investigation records, prepares reports, and attends to other related administrative requirements.
• Evaluates cases and determines need for on-going agency involvement.
• Issues or recommends issuance of orders, citations, sanctions, and/or warnings for infractions involving violations of federal and/or state laws, rules and regulations.
• Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc.
• Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
• Develops educational materials and speaks to state or community groups.
• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A current Environmental Health Scientist License, or the ability and qualification to obtain one.
• Possess extensive knowledge, experience and training of food safety, processing standards, processing equipment, HACCP, product extraction methodologies.
• Possess extensive knowledge and experience of existing federal, state and local regulations pertaining to food, dairy, dietary supplements and industrial hemp.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
This position will offer a unique opportunity, by incorporating food and dairy compliance, science and principles into the emerging industrial hemp sector. The Department of Agriculture provides a variety of professional growth. It is a great place to work when you are involved in the outcomes of what our public consumes. We are family friendly and offer great benefits. To see more about the benefits please click here.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here. The Agency: If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click

Supplemental Information

• Adequate visual acuity is required.
• BS Degree, or higher, in a related field of study.
• Licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Scientist
• Must be FDA and NEHA certified.
• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

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Job Description

Administrative Law Judge II
Love the law and have a JD?
Join the Office of Administrative Hearings as an Administrative Law Judge.
An Administrative Law Judge II presides over and conducts informal but often complex administrative hearings on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services. This position will focus on conducting informal hearings regarding the Division of Child and Family Services and other programs as needed, which may include: the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, the Office of Recovery Services, the Center for Medical Cannabis, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or the Primary Care Network (PCN) Program.
Examples of Duties

• Conducts informal hearings and pre-hearing conferences by video, telephone, and in-person.
• Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases.
• Questions witnesses when necessary.
• Makes determination of witness credibility.
• Resolves procedural issues and rules on objections to evidence or questions from counsel.
• Makes final judgment and issues written decision in a timely manner.
• Questions witnesses when necessary and considers testimony and evidence that is presented.
• Issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, rules on other legal issues prior to hearing.
• Explains procedures and rules that apply to hearings to litigants, attorneys, and others.
• Accurately maintains files and records.
• Assists in other office duties as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• a Juris Doctorate and at least three years of experience practicing law are required
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply legal processes and procedures
• interpret and apply legal decisions
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally
• communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• speak before a group of people
• provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions
• concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
• knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file and record management, and other office procedures and terminology

Supplemental Information

• A Juris Doctorate is required.
• At least three years of experience practicing law is required.
• The position has hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., currently comprised of working from home and providing in-office coverage, and handling in-person hearings in various areas of the state.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants who are current members of the Utah State Bar.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge and experience in Human Services Programs, litigation experience, judicial clerkships or prior administrative law experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants with one year or more work experience in juvenile court or child welfare and/or prior work experience as an Administrative Law Judge.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description
Job Title: Industrial Hemp Product Registration Support Specialist
Job Description:
The Industrial Hemp and Medical Cannabis Program is responsible for ensuring Utah’s growers, processors, and independent laboratories are compliant with state regulation; as well as monitoring all cannabis products to ensure quality assurance standards are being met in the state of Utah.
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is seeking a Program Support Specialist to assist with: Industrial Hemp and Cannabinoid Product registration, including label review, verification of quality assurance testing and compliance.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41a-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that may arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• 
  Provide administrative support.
• Evaluate product registration applications and approve or deny based on requirements set forth in department rules.
• Document and keep records of activities as they pertain to product registration.
• Research unregistered products and work to bring companies into compliance with department rules.
• Monitors registered products list to ensure that notices of renewal are sent in a timely fashion and assist with product renewals.
• Assist with website updates and continuing education information to ensure that the most current information is easily accessible to the public.
• Answer and return phone calls and emails in a timely fashion.

Ideal Candidate:

• The ability to understand the needs of the Department.
• The ability to develop and implement need policies, procedures, and documentation.
• The ability to communicate electronically and verbally
• The ability to focus on details while still seeing a bigger picture.
• The willingness to work as a team and accept assignments that are not part of normal duties.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be computer literate and have basic programing skills.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
The State of Utah has great benefits and the Department of Agriculture and Food is made up of a group of great people with a farmer's work ethic. If you have a passion for agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Food is the place for you. Industrial Hemp and Medical Cannabis are a new and exciting piece of the State of Utah and our programs are built to support the industries and deliver safe and affordable product to patients.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.

Example of Duties

• Provides administrative support.
• New Product Registration Label
• Certificate of Analysis Review
• Monitors Pending Product Registration Applications.
• Retail Product Inspection Assistance.
• Unregistered Product Inspection Assistance
• Yearly Registered Products Renewals
• Communicate with manufacturers .
• Other tasks as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Evaluate information against a set of standards.
• Monitor or track information or data.
• Compose and produce reports, documents and related material.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Learn applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures.
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with laws, rules, policies and procedures, etc.
• Prepare MJF Domo reports and documentation on a daily basis to ensure consistency in medical cannabis production establishments’ inventory.
• Operate office equipment.
• Weigh the relative costs and benefits of a potential action.
• Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems, filing and records management systems, transcription systems, forms design principles, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Plan, organize and prioritize time and workload in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).

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Job Description
Job Title:
Medical Cannabis Program Support Specialist/ Data Base Administrator
Job Description:
The Industrial Hemp and Medical Cannabis Program is responsible for ensuring Utah’s growers, processors, and independent laboratories are compliant with state regulation; as well as monitoring all cannabis products to ensure quality assurance standards are being met in the state of Utah.
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is seeking a Program Support Specialist to assist with: 1) reviewing background checks, 2) tracking cannabis facility employees in the State’s Electronic Verification System (EVS), 3) Using the State’s Seed-to-Sell program to create needed record, track failed quality assurance samples, and ensure licensee compliance, 4)Work with financial institutes to ensure they have access to all needed legal records in Utah’s Inventory Control System (ICS), and 5) facilitate needed amendments in the ICS and EVS.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• 
  Provide administrative support.
• Audit and reviews ICS and EVS records to ensure cannabis licensees are compliant with all state procedures, regulations, and quality assurance standards.
• Create reports in the ICS to help monitor cannabis in the state.
• Track and provide feedback on contractor performance to ensure compliance with state contracts; recommend action(s) when contract standards are not being met.
• Draft technical reports, user stories, and review technical articles related to the State’s ICS and EVS.
• Monitor, track and follow up on documentation, case files or other assignments related to the inventory tracking system and EVS to ensure appropriate timelines are met and action completed

The Ideal Candidate:

• The ability to understand the needs of the Department.
• The ability to develop and implement need policies, procedures, and documentation.
• The ability to focus on details while still seeing a bigger picture.
• The willingness to work as a team and accept assignments that are not part of normal duties.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be computer literate and have basic programing skills.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
The State of Utah has great benefits and the Department of Agriculture and Food is made up of a group of great people with a farmer's work ethic. If you have a passion for agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Food is the place for you. Industrial Hemp and Medical Cannabis are a new and exciting piece of the State of Utah and our programs are built to support the industries and deliver safe and affordable product to patients.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.

Example of Duties

• Provides administrative support.
• Understand the overall functionality and flow of Utah’s seed to sell program, and be able to draft needed amendments to ensure the flow of cannabis through Utah meets all regulatory, auditing, and compliance needs.
• Maintain inventory control system- monitor system, create cards, facilitate amendment process, problem solve/resolve issues, be point of contact.
• Maintain EVS (Electronic Verification System) system, monitor system, facilitate amendment process, act as administrator.
• Audit and review inventory control system/EVS systems and practices to ensure.
• compliance with procedures, regulations and standards.
• Monitor and evaluate contract performance related to the state inventory control system and EVS to ensure compliance with contract recommendations and action(s) to correct deficiencies.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research,
• investigation or analysis.
• Monitor, track and follow up on documentation, case files or other assignments related to the inventory tracking system and EVS to ensure appropriate timelines are met and action completed.
• Be the department liaison and point of contact with licensees, community, and other state agencies relating to the inventory control system and electronic verification system.
• Other duties as assigned as related to overall program objectives.

Typical Qualifications

• Evaluate information against a set of standards.
• Monitor or track information or data.
• Compose and produce reports, documents and related material.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Lean applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures.
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, policies and procedures, etc.
• Prepare MJF Domo reports and documentation on a daily basis to ensure consistency in medical cannabis production establishments’ inventory.
• Operate office equipment.
• Weigh the relative costs and benefits of a potential action.
• Track user errors and supply limited support when needed.
• Use basic programming concepts in the ICS and EVS to create report templates.
• Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems, filing and records management systems, transcription systems, forms design principles, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Plan, organize and prioritize time and workload in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).

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Administrative Law Judge III / Office Director
Love the law and have a JD?
Join the Office of Administrative Hearings as an Administrative Law Judge.
The DHHS ALJ III / Office Director acts as: an Administrative Law Judge with an assigned caseload; the administrative leader of the office; and the Chief Administrative Officer for all or portions of DHHS GRAMA appeals. This position is part of the DHHS Executive Leadership Team. An Administrative Law Judge III presides over and conducts informal but often complex administrative hearings on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the Division of Child and Family Services, the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, the Office of Recovery Services, the Center for Medical Cannabis, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or the Primary Care Network (PCN) Program, and other programs as needed
Examples of Duties

• Conducts informal hearings and pre-hearing conferences by video, telephone, and in-person.

• Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases.
  
• Questions witnesses when necessary.
  
• Makes determination of witness credibility.
  
• Resolves procedural issues and rules on objections to evidence or questions from counsel.
  
• Makes final judgments and issues written decisions in a timely manner.
  
• Questions witnesses when necessary and considers testimony and evidence that is presented.
  
• Issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, rules on other legal issues prior to hearing.
  
• Explains procedures and rules that apply to hearings to litigants, attorneys, and others.
  
• Accurately maintains files and records.
  
• Assists in other office duties as needed.
  
• Acts as the administrative director of the office
  
• Supervises other staff and assists with training on best practice
  

• Decides GRAMA appeals for DHHS as the delegated Chief Administrative Officer

Qualifications and Skills

• A Juris Doctorate and at least three years of experience practicing law are required

• Use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
  
• Read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
  
• Understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
  
• Understand and apply legal processes and procedures
  
• Interpret and apply legal decisions
  
• Evaluate information against a set of standards
  
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally
  
• Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
  
• Speak before a group of people
  
• Provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions
  
• Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
  
• Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
  

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file and record management, and other office procedures and terminology

Supplemental Information

• A Juris Doctorate is required.

• At least three years of experience practicing law is required as well as membership in the Utah State Bar.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge and experience in Health and or Human Services Programs, litigation experience, judicial clerkships or prior administrative law experience.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants with one year or more work experience in Medicaid, juvenile court or child welfare and/or prior work experience as an Administrative Law Judge.
  
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
  

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Title: Food and Dairy Compliance Officer (2-positions)

• This position may be underfilled as a EHSII or EHS I.

Job Description:
This is a senior level job. An Environmental Health Scientist III inspects the largest and most complex food, dairy and industrial hemp facilities; assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of a food, dairy and industrial hemp compliance program. Reviews state and federally regulated food, dairy and industrial hemp industry facilities and advises others on the interpretation and enforcement of laws. Performs inspections and investigations involving a high degree of independent judgment, assures the reconditioning, removal or destruction of condemned products, and prepares cases and court actions. These activities include essential food safety and public health protection responsibilities. Maintains liaison with federal and local agencies and gives talks and lectures to interested parties. May serve as the agency's subject matter expert in one or more areas of specialty, such as, meat, shellfish, dairy and industrial hemp etc. Provides support to other staff within the department.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• Will be working in and around controlled substances, including cannabis production and processing. Inspecting facilities, machinery, equipment, systems, etc., to verify safety, maintenance,sanitary conditions, functions, and quality.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
• Gathers, identifies, and/or stores samples of materials to be tested on site or forwarded to a laboratory for testing.
• Condemns, detains, embargoes, or stops sale of unfit equipment, machinery, structures, or food products.
• Maintains detailed inspection or investigation records, prepares reports, and attends to other related administrative requirements.
• Evaluates cases and determines need for on-going agency involvement.
• Issues or recommends issuance of orders, citations, sanctions, and/or warnings for infractions involving violations of federal and/or state laws, rules and regulations.
• Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc.
• Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
• Develops educational materials and speaks to state or community groups.
• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A current Environmental Health Scientist License, or the ability and qualification to obtain one.
• Possess extensive knowledge, experience and training of food safety, processing standards, processing equipment, HACCP, product extraction methodologies.
• Possess extensive knowledge and experience of existing federal, state and local regulations pertaining to food, dairy, dietary supplements and industrial hemp.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
This position will offer a unique opportunity, by incorporating food and dairy compliance, science and principles into the emerging industrial hemp sector. The Department of Agriculture provides a variety of professional growth. It is a great place to work when you are involved in the outcomes of what our public consumes. We are family friendly and offer great benefits. To see more about the benefits please click here.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here. The Agency: If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.

Supplemental Information

• Adequate visual acuity is required.
• BS Degree, or higher, in a related field of study.
• Licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Scientist
• Must be FDA and NEHA certified.
• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

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Job Description

Are you looking for a new job with a great work/life balance? Well this position may be just what you are looking for. The main purpose of the Medical Cannabis Policy Coordinator is to research, analyze, write, and track medical cannabis policy for the Center for Medical Cannabis in the Utah Department of Health and Human Services.
Regular business hours are 8:00am-5:00 pm, some evenings may be required for public meeting support. Primary office locations: 288 N 1460 W Salt Lake City Utah 84116. Travel and work at other state office buildings may be required.
If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).
PRINCIPLE DUTIES

• 
  Research and evaluate medical cannabis laws in Utah and other states
• Assess policy impact and make policy recommendations
• Prepare, develop, and review policies, procedures, internal processes, standards, best practices, and administrative rules
• Ensure program policies and administrative rules are consistent with statutory requirements
• Create and edit written materials
• Coordinate and/or act as a liaison between agency and internal or external stakeholders
• Track state and federal legislation
• Analyze complex data and information to help inform policy coordination efforts
• Conduct research in support of special projects
• Provide policy expertise to internal and external partners such as other state agencies, local governments, industry representatives, and other stakeholders

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent policy evaluation and writing skills
• Ability to quickly analyze and draw conclusions from complex data and information
• Problem-solving ability

PREFERENCES
The following represent skills sought for this particular position. Not having one or all of them does not necessarily disqualify you. The hiring manager may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.

• Minimum of a bachelors or masters degree in public health, health policy, public administration, law, political science, communications or a related field
• Policy research experience
• Experience with the Microsoft Suite (Powerpoint, Word, Excel) and Google Suite of Programs
• Experience with virtual meeting formats (Google Meet and/or Zoom)
• Ability to work well in a team
• Efficient time management
• Attentive, prompt, and responsive to due dates and deadlines

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?
This is your chance to affect a real change in Utah's future. This is an opportunity for a new career which rewards your knowledge, professional abilities, caring nature, and efforts. This position offers a rich benefits package with 12 paid holidays per year. Annual leave accrued at 4 hours per pay period and increasing over time and sick leave accrued at 4 hours of leave per pay period for full time employees. Paid time off will differ for part time employees. Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other employee incentives and bonuses are also available. Please click
HERE for a page where you can review these and other benefits.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DIVISION AND PROGRAM PLEASE CLICK
HERE
.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.
• Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.

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Job Description

Administrative Law Judge II
Love the law and have a JD?
Join the Office of Administrative Hearings as an Administrative Law Judge.
An Administrative Law Judge II presides over and conducts informal but often complex administrative hearings on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the Division of Child and Family Services, the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, the Office of Recovery Services, the Center for Medical Cannabis, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or the Primary Care Network (PCN) Program, and other programs as needed
Examples of Duties

• Conducts informal hearings and pre-hearing conferences by video, telephone, and in-person.
• Rules on the admissibility of evidence, evaluates evidence and makes decisions on cases.
• Questions witnesses when necessary.
• Makes determination of witness credibility.
• Resolves procedural issues and rules on objections to evidence or questions from counsel.
• Makes final judgment and issues written decision in a timely manner.
• Questions witnesses when necessary and considers testimony and evidence that is presented.
• Issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, rules on other legal issues prior to hearing.
• Explains procedures and rules that apply to hearings to litigants, attorneys, and others.
• Accurately maintains files and records.
• Assists in other office duties as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• a Juris Doctorate and at least three years of experience practicing law are required
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• understand and apply legal processes and procedures
• interpret and apply legal decisions
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally
• communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• speak before a group of people
• provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions
• concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
• knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file and record management, and other office procedures and terminology

Supplemental Information

• A Juris Doctorate is required.
• At least three years of experience practicing law is required.
• The position has hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., currently comprised of working from home and providing in-office coverage, and handling in-person hearings in various areas of the state.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants who are current members of the Utah State Bar.
  
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge and experience in Health and or Human Services Programs, litigation experience, judicial clerkships or prior administrative law experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants with one year or more work experience in juvenile court or child welfare and/or prior work experience as an Administrative Law Judge.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description

Job Title: Financial Analyst III
Job Description:
The Department of Agriculture and Food is seeking a qualified candidate to provide financial management for our Medical Cannabis and Analytical Laboratory divisions. To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to work self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
Principal Duties:

• 
  Reviewing fiscal operations to ensure integrity, accuracy, and control of data.
• Ensuring financial compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and Department policies.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports utilizing Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables.
• Monitoring expenditures and revenues.
• Analyze, summarize, and review complex data; develop a methodology to evaluate fee revenue and expenses.
• Various support responsibilities for the divisions, including asset and vehicle management.
• Reconciling financial information and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Researching and reviewing financial records, transactions, and documentation.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has a thorough understanding of accounting principles.
• Has strong analytical skills.
• Can conceptualize, evaluate, and implement process improvements.
• Work with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Can communicate information and ideas clearly, both written and verbally.
• Has extensive experience using Google Suite and MS Excel, including Pivot Tables.
• Has experience with accounting software.

• Preference may be given to applicants with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least two years of experience.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
The State offers great health and retirement benefits, and generous paid time off.
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The Agency:
If you would like to read more information about working for the Agricultureand Food please click here.

Typical Qualifications

• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description

Are you organized, detail-oriented, a good writer, and excel at providing administrative support? If so, the Center for Medical Cannabis needs you! As the Center’s executive assistant, you will create and edit correspondence, respond to questions and concerns, arrange meetings and travel, provide excellent customer service to Center employees and general customers, and provide general administrative support.
If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
Regular business hours are 8:00am-5:00 pm, some evenings may be required for public meeting support. Primary office locations: 288 N 1460 W Salt Lake City Utah 84116. Travel and work at other state office buildings may be required.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).
PRINCIPLE DUTIES

• 
  Provide administrative support to the Director of the Center for Medical Cannabis and other staff within the Center for Medical Cannabis
• Create and edit written materials
• Coordinate and/or act as a liaison between agency and internal or external stakeholders
• Act as a resource to provide information or determine the most effective way of meeting the needs of management, staff, clients or customers
• Provide assistance to staff and public
• Set up public meetings according to Agency and State rules and policies
• Host virtual and in person meetings according to Agency rules
• Take minutes for assigned meetings
• Calendar management
• Manage documents and information in appropriate format (Sharepoint and Google Suite)
• Perform general accounting duties
• Track legislation or other current events
• Mail sorting and management

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in assisting the director and managers in process development, information gathering, and requests with tight timelines.
• Accurately and efficiently writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
• Prepares and/or processes documents; reviews for accuracy and completeness; updates information and/or evaluates against policy; compares elements for consistency or logical relationships, etc.
• Ability to learn competently, state software, processes, policies and procedures.

PREFERENCES
The following represent skills sought for this particular position. Not having one or all of them does not necessarily disqualify you. The hiring manager may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.

• Minimum of a HS diploma or GED
• Writing experience
• Prior experience as an executive or administrative assistant
• Willing to learn and independently seek information
• Experience with the Microsoft Suite (Powerpoint, Word, Excel) and Google Suite of Programs
• Experience with virtual meeting formats (Google Meet and/or Zoom)
• Ability to work well in a team
• Efficient time management
• Attentive, prompt, and responsive to due dates and deadlines

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?
This is your chance to affect a real change in Utah's future. This is an opportunity for a new career which rewards your knowledge, professional abilities, caring nature, and efforts. This position offers a rich benefits package with 12 paid holidays per year. Annual leave accrued at 4 hours per pay period and increasing over time and sick leave accrued at 4 hours of leave per pay period for full time employees. Paid time off will differ for part time employees. Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other employee incentives and bonuses are also available. Please click
HERE for a page where you can review these and other benefits.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DIVISION AND PROGRAM PLEASE CLICK
HERE
.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.
• Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.
• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).

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Job Description
Job Title:
Director of Marketing Operations and Agricultural Programs
Job Description:
This is an executive level job that exercises considerable discretion and judgement in directing agency operations and agricultural programs of the Department of Agriculture and Foods by expanding market opportunities, promoting development of value added products, and enhancing agriculture development in rural Utah. Employee reports to the Deputy Commissioner and are responsible for agency operations, strategic and policy direction, partnerships with sister agencies, coordinates the drafting of legislation and administrative rules, and defense of administrative policy. Incumbent designs, implements and manages marketing strategy for the various Utah's Own Products and/or Organic Production and Handling Program. Employee manages long and short range alternative funding programs; develops educational/marketing materials; makes contact and solicit contributions from entities such as private corporations and family trusts; serve as liaison with volunteer fund raising committees or groups; provide assistance, expertise and/or training to agency employees; provide assistance and serve as a marketing consultant; maintain records, track and follow up on solicitations, etc. The employee in this job administers the Product of Utah and Utah's Own and International Trade and Outreach programs to help local businesses identify their product to the consumer. Incumbent is appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture and is exempt from state career service. This job may include duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• Assist in the preparation of the division budget.
• Provide guidance to subordinates and program managers.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Performance evaluation.
• Working with UDAF Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner
• Work closely wtih state and federal programs, being a part of assisting all ranchers with what federal programs are available.
• Help the department fulfill it's strategic plan.
• Helps with marketing with both internal departments and agriculture businesses.
• Abililty to use social media to help highlight the Department .
• Participate in team visits to members for the purpose of gathering social media content, pictures and to show Utah's Own support.
• Schedule one on one meetings with Program Director and members.
  

Ideal Candidate:

• The ideal candidate will have the following:
• Strong management skills.
• 5 to 7 years of supervisory experience.
• Progam management experience.
• Experience managing a budget.
• Experience managing field staff.
• Conservation experience.
• College degree

Why You Should Join The Team:
This is a great opportunity to help Utah's local food producers. In this position you will be able to work with a team of professionals who make a positive difference every day. In this role you will be able to expand your network, develop new skills and grow personally and professionally. You will be given the opportunity to work with the award winning Utah's Own program and help Utah's farmers, ranchers and food producers better their marketing skills.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.

Example of Duties

• Evaluates, plans and directs activities of the organization.
• Reviews and evaluates organizational effectiveness, goal determination, and strategic planning, etc., and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Monitors agency or program budget including revenues, expenditures and budget projection, etc.
• Develops and implements marketing strategies for Utah agriculture, value added products and high value food locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Provides a technical resource to industry for export documents and requirements for international trade and understanding of international trade agreements.
• Facilitates and arranges for national and international trade shows, visitors and conferences to assist industry in developing international markets.
• Supervises subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Reviews legislation to determine impact on the operation of an agency or the state. Gives recommendations regarding implementation of passed legislation.
• Develops and coordinates plans and policies, resources, and mission as well as goals, vision, and expectations of agency or program; prepares and updates plans and priorities.
• Manages one or more statewide or agency wide program(s). Determines program goals and objectives and/or chairs committees established to support the program.
• Delivers presentations, stand up training, or instruction to staff, management, clients, or the general public.

Typical Qualifications

• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
• The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
• The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
• Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
• Teaching others how to do something.
• Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Supplemental Information

• If this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act candidates must receive a written notice pursuant to Utah Code 4-41a-107 and 26-61a-111.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description
Job Title: Financial Analyst III
Job Description:
The Department of Agriculture and Food is seeking a qualified candidate to provide financial management for our Medical Cannabis and Analytical Laboratory divisions. To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to work self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.

• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• 
  Reviewing fiscal operations to ensure integrity, accuracy, and control of data.
• Ensuring financial compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and Department policies.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports utilizing Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables.
• Monitoring expenditures and revenues.
• Analyze, summarize, and review complex data; develop a methodology to evaluate fee revenue and expenses.
• Various support responsibilities for the divisions, including asset and vehicle management.
• Reconciling financial information and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Researching and reviewing financial records, transactions, and documentation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has a thorough understanding of accounting principles.
• Has strong analytical skills.
• Can conceptualize, evaluate, and implement process improvements.
• Work with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Can communicate information and ideas clearly, both written and verbally.
• Has extensive experience using Google Suite and MS Excel, including Pivot Tables.
• Has experience with accounting software.
• Preference may be given to may be given to applicants with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
The State offers great health and retirement benefits, and generous paid time off.
Click here to see what makes working for the State of Utah awesome.
The Agency:
For more information about our agency (or program),
click here. (ag.utah.gov)

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Job Description

Job Title: UDAF Cannabis and Hemp Division Inspector
Location: Taylorsville
Job Description:
The Medical Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Division at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) are seeking a qualified individual to fill a Compliance Inspector position. The incumbent will function as a field representative of the division and will primarily be responsible for performing inspections of cannabis & hemp cultivation sites, processing facilities, and retail locations, to enforce regulations set by the State of Utah and provide technical leadership. Inspectors monitor agricultural policy and certify compliance with program regulations. Inspectors need to have outstanding integrity, extreme attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. This job will require you to understand and clearly communicate laws and rules to individuals participating in the legal sale of cannabis and hemp products in the State of Utah. This will include reviewing product labels of hemp and cannabis commodities for compliance and issuing a notice of violations of the law, a notice of violation, and/or stop-sale notices.
Inspectors will:

• Promote responsible agricultural production and commerce.
• Provides technical leadership in their area of specialty.
• Comply with the requirements of due process.
• Prepare compliance violations.
• Implement administrative controls. Federal and State licensure may be required for each program.
• Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.

Principal Duties:

• Receive, research, and respond to incoming questions or complaints.
• Provide information, explain policy, and procedures, and facilitate a resolution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Monitor and evaluate operations, programs, processes, and practices for quality and effectiveness.
• Inspect, grade, and certify facilities and products.
• Schedule and conduct inspections and investigations.
• Gather, identify, and stores samples of materials to be tested on-site or forwarded to a laboratory for testing.
• Enforce laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain detailed inspection and investigation records, prepare reports, and attend to other related administrative requirements.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:

• A basic understanding of the cannabis and/or hemp industry.
• Experience growing or manufacturing agriculture products or experience in the cannabis and hemp industry.
• Advanced knowledge of standard office software.
• The ability to read and understand laws and legal documents.
• A ”self-starter” mentality and the ability to manage their time effectively.
• A detail-oriented personality. The ability to understand complex problems and find and apply solutions.
• The ability to communicate complex ideas in both written and verbal forms.
• The ability to work well with the public, including diffusing difficult situations.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a bachelor's degree in natural sciences, natural resource management, or an agriculture-related field.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
Would you like a career working in the new and exciting industrial hemp and medical cannabis industry? As an industrial hemp and cannabis inspector regulating state cannabis laws and working with great people in state and local agencies throughout Utah. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is hiring a hemp/cannabis inspector to monitor compliance of medical cannabis and industrial hemp growers, processors, and products. The Agency: If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture
and Food please click here.
The Agency:
If you would like to read more about working for Agriculture and Food please click here.

Typical Qualifications

• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring and assessing the performance of individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of plant organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• The ability to understand and calculate percentages.

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Specific plant industry/agricultural licenses or certificates are required.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

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Job Description

Job Description
Do you love to work in outreach and possess excellent communication skills? The Utah Department of Health Center for Medical Cannabis is looking for a medical cannabis outreach specialist to help engage in communication with stakeholders in the medical cannabis industry and other government agencies. This position requires excellent communication skills; the ability to efficiently use software; the ability to read, understand, and explain regulations and rules; and proficiency in MS Office and Google applications.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).
Principal Duties
As a Medical Cannabis Outreach Specialist, you will:

• 
  Manage outreach efforts to health care providers, medical clinics that offer medical cannabis recommendations, licensees (pharmacies, couriers), medical institutions, other stakeholders, and the public regarding Utah’s medical cannabis program.

• Draft and edit industry-wide bulletins and monthly updates.

• Deliver presentations to groups regarding medical cannabis regulation topics.

• Manage stakeholder outreach projects.

• Manage website and educational material design and content.

• Develop communications strategies that rely on best practices, evaluation data, and demographics.

• Maintain partnerships with various internal and external stakeholders.
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Has at least three years of experience in communications or stakeholder outreach.
• Superior writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrated experience with delivering in-person and virtual presentations to groups.
• Demonstrated experience with development of communications strategies.
• Naturally collaborates with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Efficiently uses MS Office Suite, Google Drive, Excel, and other software programs.

Why You Should Join Our Team
This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of supporting Utah’s growing medical cannabis program, you will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.
The Agency
To learn more about the Utah Department of Health, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check. There will be no cost to you and fingerprints will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter. You may review the department policy by clicking here. (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:

• The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Physical Requirements:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Other Considerations:

• Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
• As a condition of employment, this position requires compliance with the Utah Department of Health Employee Immunization policy. Applicants may request a copy of the policy if called for an interview.
• Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.

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Job Description

Love the law and have a JD? Join the Office of Administrative Hearings as an Administrative Law Judge.
The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) presides over and conducts informal but often complex administrative hearings on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services regarding Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or the Primary Care Network (PCN) Program, as well as the center for Medical Cannabis, the Division of Licensing and Background Checks, the Division of Services for People with Disabilities, and other programs as needed.
Duties and responsibilities include:

• Conducts informal hearings.
• Evaluates evidence and provides recommended decisions based on state and federal law and regulations governing legal processes and Medicaid policy.
• Establishes witness lists, issues subpoenas, holds pre-hearing conferences, selects and utilizes subject matter experts.
• Questions witnesses and considers testimony and evidence that is presented. Issues written orders, makes rulings and/or adjudicates administrative cases.
• Makes final judgment with responsibility for decisions, including writing decisions and defending decision in a legal proceeding.
• Explains differences between hearing and civil procedures to litigants, attorneys and others. Resolves procedural issues such as requests for continuances.
• Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
• Provides other office support as needed.

This position requires a Juris Doctorate, at least 3 years of experience practicing law.
Preference may be given for the following:

• ALJ experience
• Department of Health or Department of Human Services experience
• Litigation experience
• Medicaid or CHIP experience

Why work for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services? In addition to the rich benefits the State of Utah offers, the department offers:

• On-site fitness center, for a minimal membership fee

For more information about Medicaid, please click here.

Typical Qualifications

(includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position)

• Juris Doctorate is required.
• knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing Medicaid principles, theories, and practices of judicial or administrative law
• communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally provide consultation and/or expert advice or testimony
• legal processes and procedures
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• interviewing techniques
• understand and apply case and statutory law speak before a group of people
• deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• ability to research laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, and legislative history
• interpret and apply legal decisions and identify current and emerging trends in interpretation read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. This position is full time.

Physical Requirements

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Description

Do you have a background in customer service? Are you proficient with using MS Office and Google Suite? The Utah Department of Health seeks you as a Medical Cannabis Program Specialist to assist in day to day program activities. In order to be successful in this position you need excellent communication skills and the ability to read, understand, and explain regulations and rules. A proficiency in MS Office and Google applications is a must. Travel is required.
Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. See Form (Download PDF reader).
Principal Duties
As the Medical Cannabis Program Specialist, you will:

• Answer phone calls and emails from community members in a friendly and compassionate manner.
• Process medical cannabis patient, guardian, provisional, and caregiver card applications.
• Process qualified medical provider registration applications.
• Renew patient card applications, document approval/denials, follow up with patients, and provide customer service.
• Draft training documents and instructional emails.
• Handle sensitive documents and information.
• Provide administrative support to staff members.
• Provide technical support for the electronic verification system

The Ideal Candidate

• Has extensive MS Office and Google application skills.
• Has experience finding, gathering, and compiling information or data.
• Has experience writing technical documents and instructional materials.
• Has a background with reviewing applications or other documents for completeness and/or compliance with specific standards.

Why You Should Join Our Team
This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of helping the Utah Medical Cannabis Program, you will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.
The Agency
To learn more about the Utah Department of Health, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check. You may review the department policy by clicking here. (Download PDF reader)
Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.
• Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.
• Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Physical Requirements:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

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Job Title: UDAF Cannabis and Hemp Division Inspector
Location: This position will relocate to Taylorsville the end of March.
Job Description:
The Medical Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Division at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) are seeking a qualified individual to fill a Compliance Inspector position. The incumbent will function as a field representative of the division and will primarily be responsible for performing inspections of cannabis & hemp cultivation sites, processing facilities, and retail locations, to enforce regulations set by the State of Utah and provide technical leadership. Inspectors monitor agricultural policy and certify compliance with program regulations. Inspectors need to have outstanding integrity, extreme attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. This job will require you to understand and clearly communicate laws and rules to individuals participating in the legal sale of cannabis and hemp products in the State of Utah. This will include reviewing product labels of hemp and cannabis commodities for compliance and issuing a notice of violations of the law, a notice of violation, and/or stop-sale notices.
Inspectors will:

• Promote responsible agricultural production and commerce.
• Provides technical leadership in their area of specialty.
• Comply with the requirements of due process.
• Prepare compliance violations.
• Implement administrative controls. Federal and State licensure may be required for each program.

Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis. As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form.
Principal Duties:

• Receive, research, and respond to incoming questions or complaints.
• Provide information, explain policy, and procedures, and facilitate a resolution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Monitor and evaluate operations, programs, processes, and practices for quality and effectiveness.
• Inspect, grade, and certify facilities and products.
• Schedule and conduct inspections and investigations.
• Gather, identify, and stores samples of materials to be tested on-site or forwarded to a laboratory for testing.
• Enforce laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain detailed inspection and investigation records, prepare reports, and attend to other related administrative requirements.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:

• A basic understanding of the cannabis and/or hemp industry.
• Experience growing or manufacturing agriculture products or experience in the cannabis and hemp industry.
• Advanced knowledge of standard office software.
• The ability to read and understand laws and legal documents.
• A ”self-starter” mentality and the ability to manage their time effectively.
• A detail-oriented personality. The ability to understand complex problems and find and apply solutions.
• The ability to communicate complex ideas in both written and verbal forms.
• The ability to work well with the public, including diffusing difficult situations.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a bachelor's degree in natural sciences, natural resource management, or an agriculture-related field.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
Would you like a career working in the new and exciting industrial hemp and medical cannabis industry? As an industrial hemp and cannabis inspector regulating state cannabis laws and working with great people in state and local agencies throughout Utah. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is hiring a hemp/cannabis inspector to monitor compliance of medical cannabis and industrial hemp growers, processors, and products. The Agency: If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture
and Food please click here.
The Agency:
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Typical Qualifications

• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring and assessing the performance of individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of plant organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• The ability to understand and calculate percentages.

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Specific plant industry/agricultural licenses or certificates are required.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

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