Cannabis Law Enforcement Liaison Oregon Medical Marijuana Program Jobs

Initial Posting Date:

03/25/2022

Application Deadline:

04/10/2022

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$3,296 - $4,993

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Law Enforcement Liaison, Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (Administrative Specialist 2)

Job Description:

This position is a full-time, permanent, classified position which is represented by a union.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Law Enforcement Liaison to provide administrative support to the OMMP program. The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) oversees the medical marijuana cardholder registry for patients and regulates medical marijuana dispensaries, processors and grow sites. The program administers the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act by overseeing the registration, database, tracking and reporting requirements for patients, growers, processors, and dispensaries.

Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time due to the changing needs of the program.

What will you do?
As the Law Enforcement Liaison , you will perform the following duties:

• Evaluate new and renewal applications for accuracy, completion, and eligibility by applying statutes, rules, and program policies and procedures regarding program services. Issue registry cards for eligible applicants.

• Perform criminal background checks to assure compliance with state statutes.

• Research and verify property zoning and ensure growers have consent to grow at the grow site location.

• Act as a liaison between doctors and the program to ensure understanding of rules and statutes associated with patient diagnosis in relation to the use medical marijuana and compliance standards

• Track all registration card serial numbers and voided or duplicate cards for audit purposes.

• Reject or deny applications or void registration cards if participants fail to meet program requirements or are out of compliance with the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act.

• Analyze application documentation for indications of fraud or other irregularities and refer possible fraud cases and complaints to appropriate law enforcement agency.

• Act as a liaison between law enforcement and the program to interpret statutes and rules, provide verification of registered participants and grow sites, and assist with highly specific and general program questions.

• Provide information on grow sites, processing sites, and dispensaries to other agencies, cities, counties, and water district staff.

• Analyze program operations to ensure compliance with and adherence to established standards; identify operational strengths, weaknesses, issues, or areas of non-compliance; devise action plan; and advise management of plan to resolve issues.

• Provide technical support and assistance to the Patient Online System; train applicants and clinics on system use and access; troubleshoot errors and technical issues; and report problems and issues to appropriate agency.

• Provide information, rules, and regulations by phone, email, or in person to applicants, registered cardholders, and the public.

• Instruct individuals and groups on proper methods and procedures for compliance with program regulations and resolve problems or determine appropriate courses of action.

• Notify applicants explaining decision to reject or deny an application through registered mail.

• Assure all communication with applicants is captured electronically in the Oregon Medical Marijuana Registration system, or Oregon Medical Marijuana Grow Site System when applicable.

What's in it for you?
The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you are a skilled administrative specialist with experience in compliance, apply today!

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

Two years of experience in an administrative specialist or executive support specialist position which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as:

• Interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations;

• Administrative data collection and analysis; and

• Evaluation of projects, processes, and operations;

OR

An equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE: One year of post-secondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.

Requested Skills

• Experience providing administrative and clerical support.

• Experience interpreting and applying Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rules.

• Experience determining eligibility and compliance.

• Experience working with individuals who may be seriously ill or disabled from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

• Experience communicating professionally and diplomatically orally and in writing to a variety of diverse people in diverse circumstances.

• Experience performing accurate data entry and maintaining databases.

• Experience working in government systems and operations.

• Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Publisher or other desktop publishing software, Access or other database software, and Teams and/or Zoom or other virtual meeting software.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

How to Apply

• Complete the online application

• Complete questionnaire

Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.

NOTE: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Cyndi Phipps-Roman at (503) 569-0066 or [email protected] .

TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.

Additional Information

• Please monitor your Workday account to view all communication regarding your application. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

• If you are a veteran, you may receive veteran’s preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will be required to provide your documents later in the process.

• We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers currently. You will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

• If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

• The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here . Vaccination mandate ends April 1st, 2022.

• Please attach only the documents that are related to the position such as cover letter, resume and transcripts. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.

• Applicant Help and Support webpage

Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. We determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values,

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.

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