Compliance And Enforcement Inspector - State Program Administrator Senior

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Working Title: Compliance and Enforcement Inspector
Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 12/18/2023.
• Date Posted : 12/12/2023
• Closing Date : 12/26/2023
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health
• Division/Unit : Office of Medical Cannabis / Compliance and Enforcement
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees / MAPE
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
Join the Minnesota Department of Healthfor the opportunity to workin a ground-breaking position. We are seeking an experienced professional to conduct investigations and compliance efforts and coordinateinvestigations and Enforcement procedures for Minnesota's registered medical cannabis manufacturers, including cannabis dispensaries and approved medical cannabis testing laboratories on behalf of the Office of Medical Cannabis.
Working as a Compliance and Enforcement Inspector within the Compliance and Enforcement team, you will:

• Conduct site visits and inspections at manufacturing sites and cannabis patient centers.
• Oversee manufacturers' work including cultivation and extraction, creation of acceptable forms and dosages of cannabis, transportation of medical cannabis, financial condition, marketing, labeling, security, and product testing.
• Ensure compliance, enforcement, reporting, and audit of registry participants.
• 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.
• Investigate and respond to complaints received from members of the public.

This position is hybrid andopen to telework for mostof the hours andfor applicants residing in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) or moreyears of professional level experience in public health, horticulture, law enforcement, or related field. This required experience must include the following:

• 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.
• Experience with assessing/assuring compliance with state or federal laws, regulations or guidelines and conducting complex investigations.

Other qualificationsto be asessed during the interview process:

• Knowledge of motivational strategies with the ability to apply these methodsto obtain voluntary regulatory 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.

Doctorate degree relatedto the position may substitute for two years of experience; Master’s degree related to the positionmay substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor’s degree related to the position may substitute for one year of experience; Associates degree related to the positionmay substitute for six months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to medical cannabis and the medical cannabis industry.
• Strong writing skills sufficient to draft memos, briefs, correspondence, investigative write-ups, administrative penalty summaries, etc.
• Experience conducting in-person inspections at business locations of regulated parties.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and executing multiple tasks and activities to effectively manage complex investigations and Enforcement proceedings.

Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us or 651-201-5617 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us .
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us
About Health Department
Come and work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.