Technical Investigations Specialist - Marijuana Enforcement Division.

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits including PER

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

FSAs

Paid Holidays and Leave

Discount programs

Job summary

The State of Colorado, through its Colorado Department of Revenue's Marijuana Enforcement Division, seeks an experienced Environmental Protection Specialist III to oversee health and safety standards for licensed marijuana operations. You will lead inspections, assess sanitary conditions, and interpret regulatory compliance for licensees.

Ideal candidates have eight years in environmental science or related fields, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex rules to diverse

Qualifications

• Eight years of relevant experience in environmental science or related fields.
• Or a combination of related education and/or relevant experience totaling eight years.
• Document this experience in your application in detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct offsite monitoring and onsite inspections to evaluate sanitary conditions and interpret compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations.
• Monitor licensees with prior non-compliance to ensure return to compliance.
• Develop investigative and operational plans using available data to monitor licensees for non-compliance or safety issues.
• Contribute to a risk-based process to identify licensees at highest risk for non-compliance and public safety issues.
• Develop educational resources and guidance documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits to explain complex rules and assist licensees with regulation implementation.
• Investigate compliance with the Division’s mandatory testing rules.
• Support design, implementation, and analysis of the Division's testing programs.
• Inspect licensed facilities for compliance with sanitary health guidelines affecting worker and product safety.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Product safety investigation

Environmental regulation

Stakeholder management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Workload organization

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Department Information

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan, helping them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. Our core values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect drive us.

The Department’s vision is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video!

As part of the State of Colorado, DOR offers a competitive benefits package to permanent employees:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical , Dental , and Vision insurance coverage
• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

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Description Of Job

The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading-edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework. The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast-paced professional environment.

Culture & Environment: The Marijuana Enforcement Division’s culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution-oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.

Vision : Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices.

Mission: Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem-solving.

What You’ll Do

This position exists to function as a subject matter expert directly influencing management decisions regarding health and safety standards for Regulated Marijuana licensees. The position leads analysis and inspections regarding product safety and general sanitary conditions for licensed premises. The position is a subject matter expert for evaluating hazardous conditions, identifying risks of and presence of contamination on product or at a licensed premises.

• Conducts offsite monitoring and onsite inspections of marijuana businesses to consistently evaluate sanitary conditions as well as interpret and assess compliance with applicable Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations.
• Monitors those with previous non-compliance history to ensure the licensees are coming back into and maintaining compliance.
• Develops investigative plans and operational plans that incorporate available data to monitor and conduct inspections of licensee to identify potential non-compliance or other public safety issues.
• Contributes to developing and implementing a risk-based process to help the team identify the licensees at the highest risk for non-compliance and public safety issues.
• Contribute to the development of educational resources and guidance documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conducts site visits to explain complex rules, evaluate compliance with a specific set of health and safety regulations, and provide information to assist licensees with the implementation of regulations.
• Conducts and supports investigations into compliance with the Division’s mandatory testing rules.
• Supports design, implementation, and analysis of Division's various testing programs.
• Inspect licensed facilities for compliance with sanitary health guidelines affecting both worker and product safety.

Residency Requirement

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description

I3A4 Environmental Protection Specialist III

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only: Eight (8) years of relevant experience in environmental science, biology, physical sciences, quality management systems, or environmental, health, and safety.

Or

Education And Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in environmental science, biology, physical sciences, quality management systems, or environmental, health, and safety equal to eight (8) years.

NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Experience interpreting and applying standards, statutes, rules, and regulations. Experience working in a highly regulated industry that prioritizes public health and safety.
• Experience investigating product or consumer safety concerns.
• Experience evaluating environmental conditions and regulations in a professional setting.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders with competing interests.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, and accept supervision.
• Ability to use creative and collaborative approaches to solve complex challenges.
• Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
• Proficiency in Google Suite.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prepare accurate and concise written reports that may be used in an administrative hearing or other legal proceeding.

Conditions Of Employment With The CDOR

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

To Be Compliant With The New Fleet Vehicle Policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) Will Be Pulled For Review For Workers Who

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DOR uses E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees. DOR does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas.

Minimum Qualification Screening

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
• Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter
• List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
• Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[e-mail]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Appeal Rights

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov .

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, [e-mail].

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Methods Of Appointment

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Step Pay Program

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.