Review Vacancy
AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management
TitleProgram Analyst 1 (Cannabis), #00575
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive:
Program Analyst 1 (Cannabis), SG18: 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 research, analyze, and develop policy recommendations for the adult-use, medical and cannabinoid hemp programs.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Prepare cannabis material and conduct research to develop policy positions on a variety of economic, compliance and social issues for public agencies and authorities implementing State cannabis regulatory requirements.
• Draft communications to a variety of stakeholders and state agency partners. Contribute to messaging for the Office working on campaigns and working closely with the Communications and External Affairs teams.
• Draft opinion positions and recommend policy initiatives and alternatives for use by the Office of Cannabis Management executives.
• Advise supervisors of any noted impact of state and federal policies they may impact cannabis initiatives, projects, and programs.
• Design economic policy studies comparing related study outcomes, and review and compare data to advise of potential impacts to cannabis programs.
• Monitor economic and other policy initiatives and projects influencing the state and national economies.
• Evaluate and research new and existing cannabis programs and projects.
• Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to identify State regulatory actions that may impact cannabis business activities.
• Prepare status reports on research assignments for the Office of Cannabis Management executives and managers.
• Monitor regulatory activities of partnerships which directly affect cannabis policy initiatives and programs.
• Research and become familiar with other state cannabis programs and policies to make recommendations about New York’s program.
• Track, monitor and analyze programmatic data and present data to supervisors in a summarized professionalized format.
• Conduct analysis of cannabis program data using statistical software or other systems as applicable.
• Collaborate with section staff to develop cannabis program regulations, guidance and industry bulletins.
• Analyze data and employ models and other software to develop cannabis program information which can be used to help drive decision making.
Additional Comments Work location and telecommuting opportunities to be discussed at interview. All Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) employees are required to be tested weekly for COVID-19 unless they are fully vaccinated. Employees who are vaccinated must provide proof of vaccine status through a secure online portal.
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
• Low-cost and competitive health insurance plan choices
• Dental & vision insurance at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Up to 13 days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to 8 days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• 5 days of personal leave per year
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Training & development opportunities
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services
31st Floor, Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.