Review Vacancy
AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management
TitleProgram Specialist 1 (Cannabis)/Trainee 1/2, (00507)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employees with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service in a position at SG-11 or above and eligible for transfer under section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
NOTE: A comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer to Program Specialist 1 (Cannabis)/Trainee 1/2 is available through Civil Service GOT-IT available at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
Provisional requirements:
Trainee 1: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public health, public policy, health administration, health policy, public administration, biology, microbiology, sociology, political science, analytics,
statistics, epidemiology, horticulture, chemical engineering, agriculture, plant sciences, communications, urban studies, criminal justice, or psychology.
Trainee 2: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public health, public policy, health administration, health policy, public administration, biology, microbiology, sociology, political science, analytics,
statistics, epidemiology, horticulture, chemical engineering, agriculture, plant sciences, communications, urban studies, criminal justice, or psychology and one year of experience* as described below.
SG-18: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public health, public policy, health administration, health policy, public administration, biology, microbiology, sociology, political science, analytics,
statistics, epidemiology, horticulture, chemical engineering, agriculture, plant sciences, communications, urban studies, criminal justice, or psychology and two years’ experience* as described below.
*Experience in a regulatory compliance/oversight entity where your major job responsibilities (over 50%) included two or more of the following: accounting and auditing; investigating and/or inspecting regulated entities and facilities; interpreting and explaining policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals; policy analysis and research; surveillance; quality assurance that included evaluating whether projects met/are meeting requirements that included risk assessment; providing professional level economic development products or services; community outreach which included vulnerable populations; negotiating and/or approving contracts or agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal or state agencies, or other administrative control processes.
A master’s or higher degree in one of the specialized fields listed above may substitute for one year of experience.
The preferred candidates will have two (2) years’ experience in one of the following areas: assessing health and safety impact of policy or programmatic changes; reviewing information for completeness and accuracy; experience using Microsoft and other online computer programs; strong data collection and analytical skills including compiling and reporting data,
Additionally, the preferred candidates will have excellent communication skills, including oral and written; ability to work independently as well as part of a team and prioritize workload.
Duties Description Reporting to the Program Specialist 2 (Cannabis) the incumbent of this position will assist with the work within the Quality Assurance and Research Unit to research and evaluate and cannabis products and administration methods are safe for consumers and the testing standards comply with regulations for medical, adult-use and cannabinoid hemp. Responsibilities will include data analysis, testing compliance review and research, Prescription Monitoring Program compliance, coordinating with state approved labs and development of education materials.
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Review standard operating procedures, including, but not limited to requests by facilities to deliver or wholesale cannabis products.
• Analyze quality assurance research by assuring assigned staff consider the needs, capabilities and receptiveness of the customer in defining the scope of the activity, developing recommendations and communication with the customer.
• Ensure the consistent application of professional standards and OCM policies in the performance of Unit activities. This may include the review of assignment planning (i.e, assignment risk assessments, procedures, etc.), or other appropriate means.
• Work collaboratively with staff acting as a liaison to laboratories certified to conduct testing of cannabis in New York State and provide detailed research analysis.
• Assist with research and product review and approval. Review and approve recommended approvals or identified deficiencies or deviations, recommended corrective action and proposed citations and enforcement actions. Ensure corrective and preventative actions are taken to prevent reoccurrence of deficiencies in policy and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with state approved independent labs and review laboratory testing reports.
• Research best practices in quality control and quality assurance procedures for deviations or deficiencies in policy and regulatory compliance.
• Research and present proposed conference abstract submissions, journal and manuscript publications and work with the Public Information Office to get information publicized. Collaborate with staff and peers within OCM to finalize and present information.
• Identify opportunities for program enhancements, review utilization patterns and intervene when warranted.
Additional Comments Work location and telecommuting opportunities to be discussed at interview. All Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) employees are required to provide proof of vaccination status through a secure online portal, if vaccinated.
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 a cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics. When submitting your response, please use an email subject line with only the following information: Last Name, First Name - Vacancy ID number - Position Title for which you are applying.