Cannabis Compliance & Enforcement Inspector

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Cannabis Control Authority seeks a Compliance and Enforcement Inspector to perform inspections, interpret cannabis regulations, and enforce compliance across Central Virginia. The role requires strong investigative skills, reporting, and collaboration with licensees and partner agencies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–3 years of regulatory or enforcement experience, with a focus on public health and safety in a regulated

Qualifications

• Cannabis regulatory frameworks, including licensing, product safety, testing, packaging, labeling, and security requirements.
• Investigative methods, evidence handling, and administrative enforcement processes.
• Public health and safety principles related to cannabis production and consumption.
• Inspection protocols and documentation standards.
• Conducting interviews, inspections, and investigations.
• Writing clear, accurate, and defensible reports.
• Data analysis and compliance monitoring.
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation.
• Time management and case prioritization.
• Work independently and as part of a regional enforcement team.
• Exercise sound judgment and maintain objectivity.
• Communicate complex regulatory requirements in a clear, accessible manner.
• Adapt to evolving laws, technologies, and regulatory priorities.
• Build professional relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance interpretation and application of statutes and agency rules.
• Perform investigations, collect evidence, and document findings clearly.
• Inspect cannabis facilities and evaluate security and inventory controls.
• Communicate regulatory requirements to licensees and stakeholders.
• Analyze information to assess risks and determine corrective actions.
• Uphold professionalism, confidentiality, and due process in all actions.
• Follow safety regulations and report incidents as required.

Skills

Cannabis regulations

Investigative methods

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice/ Public Administration/ Regulatory Affairs/ Environmental Health/ Business Administration

Tools

Seed-to-sale tracking systems

Job description

The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Cannabis Control Authority seeks a Compliance and Enforcement Inspector to perform inspections, interpret cannabis regulations, and enforce compliance across Central Virginia. The role requires strong investigative skills, reporting, and collaboration with licensees and partner agencies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–3 years of regulatory or enforcement experience, with a focus on public health and safety in a regulated