StateJobsNY

NY HELPYes

AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management

TitleProgram Analyst 1 (Cannabis) VID 156629

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed?

Mandatory overtime?

Compressed workweek allowed?

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience* in a cannabis, industrial hemp, medical marijuana, agricultural, environmental, public health, public safety, or economic development analyst position where primary responsibilities were policy or programmatic quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and/or communications.

*Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, agriculture science, horticulture, plant sciences, data analytics, urban studies, communications, public health, public safety, or a related field may substitute for four years of the non-supervisory experience. Master’s degree in the same fields as Bachelor’s may substitute for an additional year of the non-supervisory experience.

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will be working in the Enforcement Unit reporting directly to the Program Analyst 2. This role will work closely with the Licensing and Regulatory Compliance units, as well as other Internal OCM units and outside governmental agencies to identify any violations or suspicious activity of cannabis operators.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Review laws, rules and regulations related to cannabis in NYS and assists in determining proper implementation.
• Review and analyze data, to include financial documents, of both licensed and unlicensed cannabis business operators and be proficient in detecting indicators of financial irregularities or inconsistencies with records.
• Conduct site visits and/or inspections of licensees to complete on-site audits of licensee books and records.
• Possess the skill set to create reports on demand to guide and assist activities of the Enforcement Unit, or After-Action Reports to document the history of the Enforcement Unit's activities.
• Assist with development and review of applications from entities who wish to obtain licensure or registration to become licensed or registered to engage in cannabis activity.
• Draft written communications on behalf of the Enforcement Unit, including but not limited to: evidence for administrative hearings, cease and desist letters, etc.
• Provide verbal and written communications to internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with the Program.
• Utilize Department systems to monitor compliance and analyze data.
• Conduct research and make recommendations for enhancements to the program based upon data analysis.
• Possess computer skills to include word processing and spreadsheet proficiency, and in-depth experience with computerized case management systems and written and graphic presentations for use in court proceedings.
• Ability to work discreetly with sensitive, confidential information.
• Work collaboratively with other divisions within the Office of Cannabis Management, as well as state and local law enforcement agencies, and if appropriate, federal law enforcement agencies.
• Testify in proceedings regarding work product completed as part of investigations.
• Assist investigative staff as needed.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/AS

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.