Job Description

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.

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.

The WSLCB Director’s Office is announcing an exciting opportunity for an Operations Research Specialist position in Olympia, WA. This position reports to the Research Program Manager.

In this position, you will support the agency’s mission by serving as a research specialist, supporting all divisions in the agency. You will conduct complex research review and analysis of existing studies, evaluations, and best practices towards public health and safety interests involving outreach, education, and operational needs. This position has direct input into agency research topics, approaches, and deliverables. In this role, you will conduct complex research, compile data, and develop options to inform key agency decisions regarding rule and policy development, public health outreach and education, and division operational needs.

If you have an interest in performing policy research and design, as well as statistical or data analysis, 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 the duties you will perform are:

• Assist with study design, study proposal, and implementation of new LCB led studies and surveys.
• Identify measurement objectives and data collection processes.
• Recommended approaches and/or surveys.
• Plan and design reports. Plan, coordinate, and conduct research on projects as directed by supervisors.
• Design economic policy studies comparing related study outcomes, and review and compare data to advise of potential impacts to LCB regulated programs.
• Collect, organize, and evaluate project-related data. Analyze data and interprets results.
• Research policy alternatives.
• Participate in interagency work groups to coordinate data analysis and collection on related metrics and data monitoring activities.
• Advise supervisors of any noted impact of state and federal policies that may impact initiatives, projects, and programs.
• Analyze data and employ models to develop program information which can be used to help drive decision making.
• Conduct complex research to develop policy positions on a variety of economic, compliance and social issues for public agencies and authorities regulating alcohol, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor products.
• Conduct and/or support sophisticated quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research, to include analysis of large datasets, outcome evaluations, and meta-analysis as needed.
• Perform data processing and analysis tasks, such as data organization and management, monitoring data quality, developing documentation, applying statistical and/or data science methods, and creating data visualizations.
• Linking and managing multiple large datasets to answer research questions.
• Presenting to agency management team and executive management team, which includes the board in public meetings.
• Presenting reports, data, and analysis to the legislature as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Experience for required qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment and educational experience. See below for how you may qualify.

Option 1:

A Master’s degree in Statistics, Science, Mathematics and/or Computer Science, or related field; AND

At least three (3) years of demonstrated professional experience performing scientific research, design, statistical or data analysis or analytical projects in a specialty field. This includes developing and designing complex original operations research using scientific, statistical, data mining, or mathematical analytical methods to investigate complicated issues and identify and solve problems.

Option 2:

A Ph.D. degree in Statistics, Science, Mathematics and/or Computer Science, or related field; AND

At least one (1) year of demonstrated professional experience performing scientific research, design, statistical or data analysis or analytical projects in a specialty field. This includes developing and designing complex original operations research using scientific, statistical, data mining, or mathematical analytical methods to investigate complicated issues and identify and solve problems.

AND

Experience/skills in the following:

• Managing and organizing multiple datasets.
• Verifying data files and analyses.
• Designing and planning the data workflow on tasks and projects.
• Performing advanced statistical analysis.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Recent work experience or graduate-level training in statistics, meta-analysis, econometrics, or program evaluation.
• Recent work experience or graduate-level training in benefit-cost analysis.
• Work experience in a government setting.
• Knowledge of the alcohol, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor product regulatory environment.

Supplemental Information

1. Completed online application.
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
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. Attach your unofficial transcripts for any graduate level degree you have obtained. (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 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) 664.1720. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.

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