ADMINISTRATOR III (Compliance Analyst)

Introduction

***This recruitment is for multiple merit vacancies within the Division of Regulatory Affairs, at the Maryland Cannabis Administration's Office of Compliance & Regulation.***\r\n\r\n\r\n***A copy of your resume must also be included with the submission of your State of Maryland recruitment application. It doesn't matter which upload selection is chosen, just as long as the resume is included somewhere in the application.***�\r\n

GRADE

18\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

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Main Purpose of Job

This position will assist the Division of Regulatory Affairs (DRA), within the Office of Compliance and Regulation (OCR) at the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). Specifically, this position will assist with overseeing regulatory and compliance matters, therefore requiring the ability to understand and interpret applicable statutes and regulations concerning cannabis. This position will also provide research and analytical support to the OCR while serving as a liaison to cannabis licensees and other stakeholders.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position will be primarily responsible for reviewing a variety of applications related to licensing, including transfers of ownership and control; ancillary business registrations; and location changes, along with the review of complex legal agreements and leases. Additionally, this position will be responsible for reviewing cannabis advertising for compliance with applicable statutes, as well as for investigating regulatory compliance matters related to ownership and control, and for developing statutory and regulatory guidance materials for cannabis businesses.��\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position will report directly to the Deputy Chief of DRA and join a team of Compliance Analysts within OCR's DRA. DRA staff members work on a variety of interesting and exciting projects, including cannabis business licensing, advertising compliance, and ownership and control matters. Our team is expanding in both size and in the number of projects we are working on, as there is always something new to tackle.\r\nDRA staff members are skilled in analyzing complex business structures, contractual agreements, and ensuring that participants in Maryland’s cannabis industry are in compliance with Maryland law. Therefore, we are looking for someone who has interest in working in a fast-paced environment and helping to continue the build of Maryland’s cannabis industry.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.\r\nExperience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year, up to four years of the required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.\r\n3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.\r\n4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a Commissioned Officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures, and processes; or overseeing or coordinating unit operations; or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking Commissioned Officer, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

***This recruitment is for multiple merit vacancies within the Division of Regulatory Affairs, at the Maryland Cannabis Administration's Office of Compliance & Regulation.***\r\n\r\n\r\n***A copy of your resume must also be included with the submission of your State of Maryland recruitment application. It doesn't matter which upload selection is chosen, just as long as the resume is included somewhere in the application.***�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe desired candidate should possess professional experience in a regulatory compliance role(s) and/or in a role(s) that requires the interpretation and application of statutes and regulations.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe desired candidate should also possess professional experience working in a law firm, corporate legal department, and/or other legal setting(s) in which one's role includes substantial involvement with contract drafting and/or review.\r\n\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the desired candidate should have demonstrated professional experience either drafting and/or reviewing and analyzing complex legal agreements.�\r\n\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the desired candidate should possess professional experience in a role that either conducts regulatory and/or administrative investigations, or responds to regulatory investigations within a highly regulated industry.\r\n\r\n\r\nFinally, the desired candidate should have a demonstrated commitment to public service.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application, based on your education, training and experience, as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�\r\nPlease report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this, or other, State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MCA, Office of Human Resources, 849 International Drive, Linthicum, Maryland 21090. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.� No postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. Only additional materials which are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact MCA's Office of Human Resources, at (410) 487-8060 or (443) 761-8194. You may also reach us via email, at mca.employment@maryland.gov.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: (410) 487-8060 or MD TTY Relay Service, at 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n