State of West Virginia · 2 days ago
Regulatory Officer Hemp and Kratom Products-WV Department of Agriculture-See Posting
Charleston, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$36K/yr - $41K/yr
2+ years expThe State of West Virginia is seeking a Regulatory Officer for Hemp and Kratom Products within the Department of Agriculture. This role involves inspecting retail, distribution, and manufacturing facilities that handle hemp and kratom products and providing technical assistance to stakeholders.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct Hemp product and Kratom inspections in retail facilities in West Virginia
Occasional inspections of distribution and manufacturing facilities
Provides technical assistance to retailers, producers, and distributors
Attends departmental, division, state and national meetings and training seminars
Considerable statewide travel, approximately 85%, is involved and may include overnight stays
Work within an assigned territory; however, may be required to cover additional territory at the discretion of division administrators
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors' degree in agriculture, cannabis studies, or law enforcement/criminal justice or relevant field from an accredited college or university
Two years of successful full-time paid employment in the areas of cannabis and/or administrative compliance
Valid driver's license is required
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records
Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture
Knowledge of WV Code Chapter 19 relating to duties and responsibilities of the WV Department of Agriculture, Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division
Ability to comprehend and apply complex laws and regulations in diverse situations
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written form
Perform calculations
Possess the ability to reason and analyze complex situations
Ability to organize and carry out work assignments
Ability to file and maintain a good record keeping system
Possess a working knowledge of computer programs and skills
Ability to pay close attention to surroundings and detail so as to detect possible violations of the laws and regulations
Preferred
Cannabis knowledge is not required but preferred
Two years of successful full-time paid employment in the areas of agricultural inspections and compliance may substitute for the required training
Company
State of West Virginia
Wild & Wonderful West Virginia is a U.S. state located in the Appalachian region of the Southern United States.
Founded in 1863Charleston, West Virginia, USA
10001+ employees
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