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AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management

TitleProgram Analyst 1 (Cannabis) - VID 184564

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 9

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Duties Description Reporting to the Program Analyst 2 (Cannabis), the incumbent of this position will support cannabis research licensing and internal research studies. Duties will include assisting with the collection and analysis of research data, contributing to the development of regulatory and guidance documents, reviewing cannabis research license applications, and supporting applicants with license requirements.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:
• Assist with the development, analysis, and interpretation of internal OCM cannabis research studies and surveys.
• Monitor, evaluate, and provide analysis of relevant cannabis research studies at both the state and federal levels.
• Collect, compile, and assist with the analysis of data from OCM systems and databases for use in publications, presentations, outreach materials, and legislative reports.
• Monitor and review cannabis research license applications for completion and eligibility for licensure.
• Assist with the administrative oversight of cannabis research licensee compliance.
• Assist prospective applicants with understanding the research regulatory structure and application requirements.
• Develop educational resources on relevant policies, regulations, and opportunities related to cannabis research.
• Draft written communications including but not limited to reports, summaries, publications, and guidance documents.
• Conduct projects and program analyses as directed by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience* in a cannabis, industrial hemp, medical marijuana, agricultural, environmental, public health, public safety, or economic development analyst position where primary responsibilities were policy or programmatic quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and/or communications.

*Substitution: A bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, agriculture science, horticulture, plant sciences, data analytics, urban studies, communications, public health, public safety, or a related field may substitute for four years of the non-supervisory experience. Master’s degree in the same fields as bachelor’s may substitute for an additional year of the non-supervisory experience.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services provides human resources support for the Office of Cannabis Management. To apply for this vacancy, candidates must email a detailed resume providing specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov and they must reference the above posting number. This must be received in the OGS Division of Human Resources Management by the closing date, or your response will not be considered.

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply. For a full version of OCM’s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About | Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov).

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Notes:
• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/AS

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.