Job Description

WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.

Mission
Promote public safety, public health, 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, 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.

The WSLCB Licensing and Regulations division is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Non-Permanent Program Specialist 4 position in Olympia, WA, that will last at least 12 months long. This position is responsible for overseeing the product, packaging, and labeling review and approval program for liquor and cannabis submissions for the agency as established in the RCW and WAC’s. This role independently researches and analyzes submissions to ensure that they consistently comply with state laws and rules before they are approved to be sold to the public.

This process includes continued correspondence with licensees, stakeholders, and the public on complex requirements surrounding cannabis and liquor product, packaging, and labels. Much of this position is spent educating internal and external customers to give a clear understanding of the compliance requirements.

This position reviews hundreds of submissions per month and makes independent decisions on approvals, their judgement is trusted on those submissions, and that they know what should be brought to the Compliance and Adjudications Manager and Agency Director for further considerations. This position independently tracks all submissions and data points associated with the program in SharePoint and other Licensing systems.

If you have an interest in being the subject matter expert with the preparations of proposed regulations relating to the packaging and labeling program, 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:

• Tracks and monitors submissions to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and policies, ensuring all products, packaging, and labeling meetings regulations before being approved to be sold to the public (Liquor and Cannabis).
• Exercises independent judgement in reviewing product, packaging and labeling documents for approval according to state laws, rules, and agency policies.
• Review and assessing product, package, and label submissions from licensees to ensure compliance with state laws, rules, and agency policies.
• Provides guidance to licensees and stakeholders to assist them in developing regulatory compliant products.
• Tracks submissions and extracts data for label submissions.
• Develops training materials and publications for internal and external customers on education about the packaging and labeling program requirements.
• Responds to inquiries from Enforcement Officers or the Advertising Specialist.
• Writes and edits training materials, publications or newsletters for internal and external distribution. Writes and edits new or revised policies and procedures, reviews and comments on the design and development of policy or interpretive statements and rules and recommends revisions as needed.
• Tracks the success of the program to identify areas where the program, public documents, and other materials could be improved.
• Works with program participants, staff, representatives of outside organizations and/or members of the public in defining requirements of the program.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

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

Option 1:

At least five (5) years of professional experience in analyzing, designing, and writing basic operating procedures.

Option 2:

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Communications, Writing, Journalism, English, or related field,

AND

At least one (1) year of professional experience directly related to program, policy, or rule analysis.

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 professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.

**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.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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