PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Under the direction of the Chief of Investigations and Enforcement, manages the Commission’s investigations and compliance units to implement consistent regulatory compliance and enforcement for the Commonwealth’s marijuana industry. The Director of Investigations will be responsible for developing training programs for investigators, Commission staff, and external constituencies. The Director of Investigations will also be responsible for developing policies and proposing revisions to comply with legislative and regulatory changes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Fosters the principles of the Commission’s Mission Statement among the staff and all stakeholders;
Supervises and participates in investigations, inspections, audits, enforcement actions and education actions to ensure that Marijuana Establishments, Marijuana Transporters, and other registered or licensed agents follow applicable laws, regulations, and policies;
Oversees the thorough documentation of inspections, investigations, and corrective measure recommendations to ensure that compliance and enforcement efforts by the Commission are consistent throughout the Commonwealth;
Manages any vendor relationships relative to the provision of investigative services;
Manages and develops training materials and programs for investigators, Commission personnel, and external constituencies;
Responds to inquiries about investigations, compliance, and enforcement issues;
Represents the Commission at public meetings, hearings and other public forums;
Assist in the development of enforcement adjudicative procedures;
Drafts unit activity reports and other statutory required reports as needed.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Refer incidents to law enforcement and public safety agencies, as needed.
Collaborate with other state and local agencies, as well as external constituencies, to raise awareness of the Commonwealth’s marijuana laws and regulations.
Establish program goals to support divisional and Commission strategic goals and activities.
Maintain the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct and support the Commission’s goals for a diverse and culturally aware workforce.
Perform related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Participating in the hiring of investigations staff;
Direct daily supervision of investigators and other assigned enforcement staff;
Valid driver’s license;
Approximately 30-50% of the time spent in the field, out of the office;
This position will be based in our Worcester headquarters office beginning in May 2019.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000
Benefits Package:
The Commission is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package to its employees. The specific components and eligibility may vary based upon position classification, hours worked per week and other variables. Therefore, specific benefits for this position may be discussed as part of the interview and offer process.
This position is non-civil service. This position is an exempt position.
The overall benefits available include: paid vacation, sick and personal leave time, health, dental and vision insurance through the Commonwealth’s Group Insurance, and optional pre-tax Health Savings Account plans.
In addition, the Commission provides employees the opportunity to elect life insurance, long-term disability insurance, deferred compensation savings, tuition remission and pre-tax commuter account plans, along with other programs.
The Commission employees also participate in the Commonwealth’s State Retirement Plan, which can become a defined benefit plan for those that both vest and subsequently retire from State service. Follow this link for additional retirement information: http://www.mass.gov/treasury/retirement/state-board-of-retire/.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Commission is committed to building a diverse staff across its entire agency and at all levels. The Commission is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Application Process and Deadline:
The Commission encourages interested candidates that meet the minimum requirements for experience and skills to apply for this position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail no later than Tuesday, June 5, 2018. The application package should be submitted to:
CannabisCommission@state.ma.us
Please include the position title in the subject line: CCC – Director of Investigations.
Submissions are due by 5:00 pm (e-mail) on June 5, 2018; late submissions may be considered solely at the discretion of the Commission.
Notice of Required Background Check – Including Tax Compliance:
The Commission requires a background check on all prospective employees as a condition of employment.
Candidates should be aware of this requirement but should also know that such background check is not initiated until:
A candidate is invited to a second or subsequent interview, and
The candidate has signed the Background Check Authorization Form and related releases.
This background check includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, Federal IRS and Department of Revenue state tax compliance on all prospective employees as a condition of their employment. In addition, this position requires a pre-employment physical exam.
Candidates with advanced degrees and professional licenses may have these credentials verified. Individuals other than those references provided by a candidate may be contacted in the course of completing a full background and qualification check.
Those candidates invited to interview will be contacted by the Commission. Unfortunately, due to the anticipated high volume of applicants for this vacancy, we are unable to provide status updates to specific individuals.
Qualifications
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume workload.
Experience conducting investigations, which may include background and complex financial investigations.
Ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proven problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Knowledge of the cannabis regulatory environment.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Able to contribute actively to a work environment that embraces diversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related focus or equivalent experience required, Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school or an advance degree preferred.
Verifiable management experience, including a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
Verifiable ability to develop stakeholder relationships.
Experience in a regulatory agency or other compliance experience.
Experience in a regulatory agency or other regulatory compliance experience.