Administrative Regulations Analyst 3

Administrative Regulations Analyst 3

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) Enforcement and Education Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for Administrative Regulations Analyst 3 positions located in Spokane, WA, and either Federal Way, WA, or Mount Vernon, WA. Representing the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB); the Administrative Regulations Analyst 3's provide technical assistance and education in support of the state's licensed liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor licensees in operating their businesses in compliance through education and outreach before greater corrective action becomes necessary and may issue verbal warnings and Notices to correct (NTC), when appropriate.

As an Administrative Regulations Analyst 3, these positions act independently to plan, prioritize, develop, and implement education and community outreach activities that help and support the liquor, tobacco, vapor, and cannabis industries. These positions, in conjunction with their supervisor's input, set and accomplish educational priorities. Incumbents resolve complex problems and have latitude to determine methods and procedures to complete their work. Duties may include complex activities such as planning and/or facilitating workshops attended by industry members, assisting in the development of educational/outreach materials for the industries regulated by the Board, reviewing monthly and annual tax reports for in-state licensees, tobacco tax requirements for tobacco licensees, and assisting in developing policies and procedures. These positions also work collaboratively with other internal stakeholders such as Licensing Division and Enforcement and Education Division commissioned staff team members to ensure consistency of messaging and the interpretation of rules and laws that influence the industries. Their work is geared toward detecting violations of laws and rules and preventing violations through education in a fair, objective, and consistent manner. If you have an interest in working with the public and being a compliance consultant, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team

WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:

• A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)
• Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays
• Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis - all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
• Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee's career development with the WSLCB)
• Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
• A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees.
• Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
• Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
• Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding, parental well-being and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties, work location and supervisor approval, eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work.
• Free parking

Duties

Some of your primary duties will include:

• Educates and engages licensees, the public, and other stakeholders in addressing issues related to our mission by providing licensee support and education. This includes consultation visits, licensee education, and employee training. Responsible for delivering informal and formal training pertaining to applicable RCWs and WACs to cannabis licensees, managers, and employees.
• Responds to verbal and written inquiries concerning cannabis laws, regulations, and licensing.
• Develops intervention strategies designed to achieve immediate correction and long-term compliance including recommendations to effect corrective action and to monitor progress. This position delivers clear, concise, accurate, and factual summaries of the results of inspections both orally and in writing.
• Assists in the development and implementation of an education plan and community outreach strategies including the preparation of the educational/outreach materials.
• Participates in comprehensive compliance inspections to ensure that licensees, premises, records, advertising, labeling, and devices are within approved minimum guidelines and licensees are in compliance with Laws and Regulations nec