Licensing Operations Director - Regulatory Programs

State of Colorado; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Automatic Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

FMLA PFML

11 Paid Holidays

Work-Life Discounts Program

Job summary

The State of Colorado's Marijuana Enforcement Division seeks a Program Manager I to lead Licensing Processing operations and advise the Licensing Director on policy and staffing. You will set performance standards, deploy resources, and guide the licensing teams to ensure timely, compliant processing across offices.

Join a dynamic regulatory environment that values collaboration, integrity, and proactive problem-solving while advancing public safety and robust program administration.

Qualifications

• Eight years of relevant regulatory experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in licensing or regulatory environments managing multiple work units.
• Ability to implement policies, rules and guidelines across the agency.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operations of licensing-related work units.
• Provide leadership and staffing strategies for licensing functions.
• Advise on policy, legislation, and rulemaking impacting licensing programs.
• Monitor trends and ensure compliance with statutes and rules.

Skills

Excellent Organizational Skills

Proficient Communication Skills

Effective Problem-solving

Critical Thinking Ability

Creativity

Integrity

Strong People Skills

Change management oriented

Time Management

Job description

The State of Colorado's Marijuana Enforcement Division seeks a Program Manager I to lead Licensing Processing operations and advise the Licensing Director on policy and staffing. You will set performance standards, deploy resources, and guide the licensing teams to ensure timely, compliant processing across offices.

Join a dynamic regulatory environment that values collaboration, integrity, and proactive problem-solving while advancing public safety and robust program administration.