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AgencyCannabis Management, Office of

TitleProgram Analyst 1 (Cannabis) - VID 186178

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 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? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will be working in the Trade Practices Bureau (TPB), within the Office of General Counsel, reporting directly to the Program Analyst 2. This role will work closely with the attorneys and inspectors assigned to the TPB as well as with other OCM units and outside governmental agencies to identify any violations to be investigated by the TPB.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Review and analyze data, including financial documents, of both licensed and unlicensed cannabis business operators ensuring proficiency 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.
• Create reports on demand to guide and assist activities of the TPB.
• Draft written communications on behalf of the TPB, including documents which may later be relied upon during administrative hearings as evidentiary documents.
• Provide verbal and written communications to internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with ongoing investigations.
• Utilize systems and other resources to monitor compliance and analyze data.
• Conduct research and make recommendations for enhancements to the program based upon data analysis.
• Perform data extraction, aggregation, and quality checks from multiple sources and tables in support of trend identification and root cause analysis.
• Perform True Party of Interest (TPI) analysis.
• 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 administrative hearings, as needed.
• Assist investigative staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Possess computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet proficiency.
• In-depth experience with computerized case management systems and written and graphic presentations for use in court proceedings.

Additional Comments NOTE:
• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job

The Office of General Services provides human resources support for the Office of Cannabis Management. To apply for this vacancy, candidates must email a detailed resume providing specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov and they must reference the above posting number. This must be received in the OGS Division of Human Resources Management by the closing date, or your response will not be considered.

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) 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 OCM’s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About | Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov).

New York State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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/JHG

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.