Chief Cannabis Legal & Compliance Officer

State of careers Rhode Island; Junior (WV); On-site; USD 118,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission seeks a Chief of Legal Services to lead the legal division, provide strategic legal guidance, and oversee enforcement actions. The role requires JD and Rhode Island Bar membership, with responsibility for policy development, legal opinions, and administration of a staff of attorneys.

Primary duties include directing legal services, drafting regulations, and representing the agency in state and federal cases; extensive supervisory and policy-formulation

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Rhode Island General Laws administered by the department.
• Ability to interpret laws and prepare opinions; draft briefs, rulings, and legal documents.
• Ability to draft regulations with force of law and lead a legal staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief legal officer for a state department with staff providing legal advice.
• Draft statements of policy and provide legal assistance to officials as required.
• Supervise staff of attorneys and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Independent judgement

Policy drafting

Staff supervision

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree

Job description

Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission seeks a Chief of Legal Services to lead the legal division, provide strategic legal guidance, and oversee enforcement actions. The role requires JD and Rhode Island Bar membership, with responsibility for policy development, legal opinions, and administration of a staff of attorneys.

Primary duties include directing legal services, drafting regulations, and representing the agency in state and federal cases; extensive supervisory and policy-formulation