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Compliance and Enforcement Inspector

Job ID: 471
Company: Minnesota Department of Health
Location: Saint Paul, MN 55120
Salary: $25.22 - $37.16 an hour
Number of Vacancy: 1
Employment Type: Not Specified
Posted: 30+ days ago

Job Description:

Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for all qualified job seekers. If you have already applied to this position you will not need to reapply. Date Posted : 4/6/2018 Closing Date : 4/26/2018 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Health / Health-MAPE Division/Unit : Office of Medical Cannabis / Operations Unit Staff Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 40 hours per week Days of Work : Monday - Friday / 8:00AM - 4:30PM Travel Required : Yes Salary Range: $25.22 - $37.16/hourly; $52,659 - $77,590/annually Job Class Option : Compliance Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Connect 700 Program Eligible : Yes

Job Summary

Job Summary
This position will be responsible for coordinating investigations and possible enforcement procedures for Minnesota's two registered medical cannabis manufacturers, including cannabis patient centers and approved medical cannabis testing laboratories. This position will provide oversight of the manufacturers work including cultivation and extraction, creation of acceptable forms and dosages of cannabis, transportation of medical cannabis, financial condition, marketing, labeling, security, and testing laboratories. This position will act as a resource to MDH, other state agencies, and law enforcement to conduct projects and provide technical consultation on issues associated with medical cannabis.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, horticulture science, laboratory science or related field AND two (2) years of advanced professional experience conducting regulatory compliance inspections at off-site facilities. Experience must include assessing/assuring compliance with state or federal laws, regulations or guidelines and conducting complex investigations.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, horticulture science, laboratory science or related field AND five (5) years of related professional experience conducting regulatory compliance inspections at off-site facilities. Experience must include assessing/assuring compliance with state or federal laws, regulations or guidelines and conducting complex investigations.
Thorough knowledge of administrative law requirements and processes such as methods of lawful inspection, data practices, use of correction orders and/or administrative penalties, including suspension and revocation procedures.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to write clear, concise and understandable narrative summaries of findings.
Knowledge and ability to use motivation and encouragement to obtain voluntary compliance. The ability to remain firm yet professional while working under stressful situations and when confronting difficult compliance and enforcement issues.
Ability to adapt to continuous changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity. Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to medical cannabis as well as the medical cannabis industry.
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative process as well as regulatory experience as it pertains to rule writing and enforcing regulations.
Demonstrated experience in coordinating and executing multiple tasks and activities in order to effectively manage complex investigations and enforcement proceedings.
Experience interpreting federal and state policies and regulations. Additional Requirements
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must possess a valid Class D driver's license.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance you need.