State of Missouri · 1 day ago
Compliance Officer (5010005)
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe State of Missouri is seeking a Compliance Officer to regulate certified cannabis licensees in a new and evolving industry. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with laws and regulations through documentation reviews, inspections, and audits while providing guidance to licensees to maintain safe access to cannabis.
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Responsibilities
Works with supervisor to develop, communicate, and implement guidance documents and procedures to assist cannabis licensees in compliance with the constitution and program rules
Must be knowledge of and assist in researching new methods for inspecting food produced with cannabis and provide management with recommendations for rule changes or new rules, in addition to technical standards and internal policies and procedures
Must be knowledgeable of and actively review licensee methodologies and procedures for compliance
Researches and engages with licensees and national groups to develop standards for cannabis testing in Missouri, including best practices, trends, and potential health hazards
Must be knowledgeable about food safety programs and applicable rules, regulations, and law
Conducts in-depth audits and reviews of licensee plans and documents, including facility wide standard operating procedures, physical security site plans, inventory control systems, waste disposal and other areas of rule for compliance with program rules
Schedules and conducts routine physical inspections for new certifications, annual inspections, and physical changes to a licensee's facility and their operations; prepares, issues and follow-ups with inspection reports and guidance
Provides education to licensees on compliance requirements and changes
Conducts in-depth analysis of cannabis product inventory in the statewide track and trace system and at physical locations to ensure compliance with program rules
Conducts assigned investigations; locating, interviewing, and preparing statements, collecting and evaluating pertinent records; obtaining and preparing evidence; preparing detailed investigative reports; facility visits and providing testimony in administrative proceedings
Exercises considerable independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; receiving general administrative direction
Have an in-depth knowledge of each assigned licensee and inform leadership of important information and provide recommendations based on law, rules and department procedures
Maintains information in established systems that is required for compliance purposes on a daily basis
Researches and develops solutions and responses to questions based on Article XIV, rules, guidance, training and other tools and resources provided while ensuring consistency across the Division
Complete related or similar duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant experience. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required college education.)
Reliable transportation to conduct site visits, inspections, and investigations
Ability to research, evaluate, and interpret complex scientific information
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with many competing priorities
Ability to mine data systems and use the data for purposes of compliance and investigative needs
Ability to organize and manage time efficiently
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to adapt to constant program development, change and improvement
Ability to apply critical thinking skills and find solutions to new situations on a regular basis
Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite proficiently and quickly learn specialized systems
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a scientific field of study, preferred, such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Laboratory Technology, or closely related field. (Substitutions may be allowed)
Experience with industry operations, preferred
Administrative regulatory experience is highly preferred
Benefits
Defined pension plan
Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
Eligibility for health insurance coverage
Company
State of Missouri
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Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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