Job Description

                          This position is required to work in the office at least 1 day per week. This may change based on business needs. 

Who we are

The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.

We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.

Our commitment to DEIB

The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders.

It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, Veteran Employee Resource Group, Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity, Disability Inclusion Network, Washington Immigrant Network and Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network.
Your opportunity at a glance

The WSLCB Enforcement and Education Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Chemist 3 position in Olympia, WA. This position acts as liaison between WSLCB cannabis producers and processors, and other state agencies on non-licensing, financial, and enforcement issues.

The position acts as a subject matter expert in certain aspects of the cannabis industry and I-502 regulatory structure, acting as a resource on understanding cannabis production and specified compliance requirements under the rule, including traceability reporting, medical compliant products, quality assurance testing, package and labeling, record keeping, security requirements, allowable pesticides, soil amendments, fertilizers, other crop production aids, and destruction of waste. The position also acts as the subject matter expert for the reporting system and conducts data analysis and forensics to assist with research, financial analysis, and enforcement.

The position will support ongoing work and partnerships with other state agencies.

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:

• Demonstrating and maintaining specialist knowledge of the cannabis industry and compliance requirements under rules for such things as quality control testing and lab result reporting, packaging and labeling, record keeping, cannabis production, and processing methods, medical compliant products, allowable pesticides, soil amendments, destruction of waste, high-risk products, allowable hydrocarbons, and other solvents, and professional grade closed looped extraction systems.
• Demonstrating and maintaining a solid foundation in chemistry, sampling practices, and the ability to incorporate emerging research and study on cannabis testing methods, testing instrumentation, and all applicable laws and rules.
• Demonstrating and maintaining specialty knowledge related to the Cannabis plant specialty area of testing and the hundreds of unique compounds, including flavonoids and cannabinoids. More than 2000 compounds are produced by pyrolysis during the smoking of Cannabis, and they are represented by different classes of chemicals including nitrogenous compounds, amino acids, hydrocarbons, sugar, terpenes, and simple fatty acids.
• Demonstrating and maintaining specialist knowledge of the unique pharmacological and toxicological properties of Cannabis.
• Demonstrating and maintaining specialist knowledge on all compounds and isomers outlined above and in applicable Washington State RCW and WAC as well as the chemistry of phyto cannabinoids, endocannabinoids, and synthetic cannabinoids. Other natural constituents of the Cannabis plant, to include terpenes and terpenoids, polyphenolics, alkaloids, waxes and triglycerides, and important toxic contaminants.
• Analyzing new legislation and WAC to determine rule requirement impacts on all aspects of the cannabis industry. Actively participate in rule writing and revision where needed.
• Developing training curriculum, and educational documents, and delivering presentations to cannabis producers, processors, and retailers on laboratory and product testing standards, extraction methods, and other general requirements.
• Conducting collaborative work with other state agencies specified compliance requirements on applicable areas above.
• Ensure data generated under the Pesticide Data Program (PDP) model of standard operating procedures (SOP) documents are appropriate and of high enough quality to support the intended WSLCB, Department of Health (DOH), Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA), or other established regulatory uses.
• Act as one of WSLCB’s designees to the Interagency Cooperative Team and participate as an active member of the laboratory standards team.
• Work together on laboratory standard issues in order to ensure a coordinated and consistent statewide approach to cannabis testing and shall work with other state and federal agencies (where possible and appropriate) to support the continued improvement of the regulatory structure for cannabis testing.
• Provide, as appropriate, technical and administrative support to cannabis testing laboratories on issues pertaining to cannabis testing and standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Eight (8) years of experience performing chemical analysis in an analytical laboratory AND 30 Semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college-level chemistry.

OR

A Associate’s degree with a major in Chemistry or a Associate’s degree with a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college level chemistry AND six (6) years of experience performing chemical analysis in an analytical laboratory.

OR

A Bachelor’s degree with a major in Chemistry or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college level chemistry AND four (4) years of experience performing chemical analysis in an analytical laboratory.

OR

Two (2) years of experience as a Chemist 2.

NOTE: A Master’s degree will substitute for two years of the required experience, or a Ph.D. degree will substitute for three years of the required experience provided a bachelor’s degree and the required college-level chemistry have been achieved

*This position requires a valid WA State Driver’s License

Supplemental Information

1. Completed online application.
2. Current Resume.
3. Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
4. Three (3) professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.
5. Attach your unofficial transcripts showing you have taken 45 quarter or 30 semester hours in chemistry. (If you do not attach your transcripts and you are offered an interview, you will need to send them to us prior to interviewing).

**A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.

The information provided in your application and supplemental questionnaire must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Other
Applicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080, which states in part: “No employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor, other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.

RCW 69.50.351, no member of the board and no employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the producing, processing, or sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products other than the salary or wages payable to him or her in respect of his or her office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with the business. .

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from job seekers with diverse backgrounds. Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  You are welcome to include your name and gender pronouns in your application, to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email 

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 or call (360) 664.1674. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: #Hiring, #WSLCB, chemist, chemistry, and jobs. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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