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Working Title: Licensing Program Manager

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Sr

Agency: Cannabis Management Office

+ **Job ID** : 89326

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 10/06/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 10/27/20025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Cannabis Management Office / Cannabis Mgt Off-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : Cannabis Management Office-OCM / Deputy CRO Reports

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $41.51 - $59.72 / hourly; $86,673 - $124,695 / annually¿

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position oversees the management of the Office of Cannabis Management’s (OCM) licensing system and assists in overall division management, planning and development, policy matters and legislation.

This position supervises licensing staff and directs the activities of all OCM licensing programs, including leading an externally facing engagement and informational team to improve public awareness of OCM licensing programs. This position is responsible for setting and implementing policy, regulations, and statutes in relation to licensing activities.

This position is located in St. Paul and is expected to report to the office three days per week and may telework two days per week.

Minimum Qualifications

_To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

Five (5) years of experience in a licensing or regulatory program administering processes and procedures, information systems management, databases and/or data quality and controls.

Supervisory or lead-worker experience directing and coaching staff to perform their assigned duties.

Experience interpreting laws, rules, regulations and polices and the ability to fully explain them to others.

Experience in data analysis and reporting.

Ability to create positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a licensing or registration program where State statues and policies must be adhered to.

Knowledge of Minnesota Cannabis regulations and laws.

Experience developing and implementing quality management systems or continuous improvement processes.

Experience in developing work instructions, standard operating procedures, or division policies.

Experience organizing and managing projects and making decisions in a timely manner.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal Background Check

The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.