WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.

Mission
Promote public safety and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, tobacco, cannabis and vapor laws.

This position is currently eligible to telework. This position is required to work in the office at least 2 days a 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 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 Management Analyst 3 project position in Olympia, WA. This position is expected to last until the project is completed or funding is exhausted. It is expected to last to at least June 30th, 2025.

Under general direction, this position will provide competent qualified analyses to management, staff, and customers, including professional advice on potential impacts to the cannabis industry related to changes in the cannabis reporting and Traceability system. You will also facilitate community engagement planning and events; develop community engagement reflection reports, and partner with other divisional program staff as required.

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

• Provides general oversight and support for cannabis traceability community engagement events and meeting planning in partnership with the agency Communications team.
• Assist with community engagement meeting-related deliverables.
• Prepare materials and packets for outreach activities.
• Evaluate the impacts of community engagement efforts and provide solutions and/or recommendations to the Division’s leadership.
• Use standard communication and organizational change management techniques to facilitate the collection and analysis of community engagement information.
• Assist management and project leadership in identifying and planning business process changes based on internal and external feedback for short- and long-term project goals.
• Provides support to project advisory groups by planning meeting logistics and assisting with agenda creation.
• Prepares community engagement reports for project tracking purposes, including analysis and evaluation.
• Maintains an equity lens and works to improve the quality of and encourage participation in community engagement efforts.
• Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and support of project advisory group members and the implementation of two-way communication protocols.
• Collaborates with agency Communication team on community engagement communications, including website content, newsletters, and internal communications.
• Performs analyses of community engagement activity outcomes and evaluates options, prepares project reports, summaries with narrative, statistical charts, tables, and graphs.
• Advise management and project team on potential community and industry impacts of proposed changes to cannabis reporting and traceability.
• Support and promote increased licensee partnership and engagement in the cannabis traceability project.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen stakeholder partnerships.

A Bachelor’s degree or above in business administration, public administration, communications, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience conducting research and analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations.

Professional experience should include two (2) or more of the following areas:

• Stakeholder engagement work
• Event/meeting planning
• Leading business projects
• Provide administrative support

OR

An Associate’s degree or above in business administration, public administration, communications, or a related field AND five (5) years of experience as listed above.

OR

Seven (7) years of experience as listed above.

1. Completed online application.
2. Current Resume.
3. Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
4. Three professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.
5. Transcripts, showing degree(s).

**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 state liquor and cannabis board and no employee of the state liquor and cannabis 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 hr****@lc*.gov or call (360) 664.1674. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.