Enforcement Coordinator - State Program Administrator Principal, St. Paul, Minnesota

Job Details

Working Title: Enforcement Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 4/29/2024.
• Date Posted: 04/23/2024
• Closing Date: 05/06/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Office of Medical Cannabis / Compliance and Enforcement
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
• Work Area: Office of Medical Cannabis / Compliance and Enforcement
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

Elevate your career working as an Enforcement Coordinator for the Minnesota Department of Health in a position which exists to coordinate the enforcement activities in the Office of Medical Cannabis. This position is responsible for enforcement of state statutes and rules for businesses cultivating, manufacturing, selling, and transporting cannabis products as well as organizations hosting events. These regulated establishments are inspected or investigated to ensure materials grown and manufactured into products for consumption are safe are compliant with regulations.

Working as an Enforcement Coordinator, you will:

• Provide technical, consultative, and administrative support to staff in the initiation of complaint investigations, enforcement actions, and coordinates all aspects of escalated enforcement activities.
• Review enforcement and variance processes.
• Provide assistance with written rules.
• Participate in committees.

This is a hybrid telework position and is based on the business needs and manager discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office and other MDH office locations across the state will be required. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Three (3) years of experience conducting inspections or investigations. This experience must include the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of compliance and enforcement.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports, enforcement documents, and document data.

Minimum Qualifications for be assessed during the interview process:

• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including cannabis business owners and law enforcement officers.
• Knowledge of administrative law and process including methods of lawful investigation, data privacy, personal and agency liability, and use of injunctions, administrative penalty orders, cease and desist orders, embargo, registration, and license revocation procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the state cannabis regulations.
• General knowledge of the cannabis manufacturing, testing, and labeling industry practices.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us or 651-201-5617 .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us .

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us

About Health Department

Come and work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.