Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyOffice of Cannabis Management

TitleProgram Analyst 1 (Cannabis) - VID 192323

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address 59 Maiden Lane

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10038

Job Specifics

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will work within the Scientific Programs & Research unit, reporting to a Program Analyst 2. This role will require excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with external stakeholders and support the implementation of unit initiatives. The Program Analyst 1 will assist with the development of programs and materials that support scientific programs, the advancement of cannabis research, and medical cannabis program education and outreach efforts. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Support the development of research related documents and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor and track cannabis science and research policies and studies performed at the state and federal levels.
• Assist with the development of new survey instruments.
• Compose written communications, including but not limited to, reports, summaries, and publications.
• Coordinate and organize events for the Medical Cannabis Program by managing event logistics, delivering presentations, and hosting events.
• Coordinate and lead meetings with internal team members and external stakeholders, maintaining the highest standard of professionalism.
• Support the development of regulations and guidance documents within the Scientific Programs & Research unit.
• Conduct program evaluations and assessments.
• Develop presentations and materials for educational and outreach programs and events.
• Monitor and track education and outreach initiatives.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience* in a cannabis, industrial hemp, medical marijuana, agricultural, environmental, public health, public safety, or economic development analyst position where primary responsibilities were policy or programmatic quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and/or communications.

*Substitution: A bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, agriculture science, horticulture, plant sciences, data analytics, urban studies, communications, public health, public safety, or a related field may substitute for four years of the non-supervisory experience. Master’s degree in the same fields as bachelor’s may substitute for an additional year of the non-supervisory experience.

NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Additional Comments NOTE:
• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply. For a full version of OCM’s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About | Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov).


NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Downstate: Location Pay of $4,000

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources/JHG

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.