About Us:

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce

is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

The Division of Cannabis Control oversees the Medical Marijuana Control Program Patient & Caregiver Registry, and licenses and regulates medical marijuana cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and testing laboratories. The Division is also in the process of standing up the non-medical cannabis program in Ohio following voter approval of an initiated statute to legalize the possession and use of cannabis by individuals age 21 and over.

As the state's chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis control. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making an IMPACT for the customer:

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork

What You'll Do:

NOTE: This position will service the Northeast and Northcentral regions of Ohio. The preferred applicant will reside in one of the following counties or a contiguous county: Ashtabula, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, Lake, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, Tuscarawas, or Wayne.

Conduct statutorily required inspections of all cannabis permit types (cultivators, processors, dispensaries and laboratories);

Conduct complaint/data driven inspections of all permit types as necessary;

Conduct assigned investigations involving all permit types as necessary;

Coordinate with local administrative/law enforcement jurisdictions as necessary;

Train and educate stakeholders on best practices.

May be exposed to physical harm or possible contact with hostile subjects or hazardous materials &/or chemicals; requires travel & occasional overnight stays.

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications
24 mos. exp. or trg. in investigative techniques & procedures or conducting inspections corresponding to type of subject matter appearing in approved position description; valid driver's license.

-Or completion of associate core program in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field; 6 mos. exp. or trg. in investigative techniques & procedures or conducting inspections corresponding to type of subject matter appearing in job posting/approved position description; valid driver's license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skill : Compliance Enforcement