WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.
Mission
Promote public safety and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws.
• *This recruitment is open until filled. First review of application will begin Monday, April 18, 2022. We encourage all to apply as early as possible. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time.**
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. At the WSLCB we pride ourselves on creating the "wow" factor in everything we do. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance. We strive to be a great place to work by fostering a safe, open, inclusive and healthy work environment. We want to ensure that our organization is as diverse and inclusive as our great State of Washington.
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.
Your opportunity at a glance:
The WSLCB is committed to implement a successful statewide Cannabis Social Equity Program. The goals of the Program are to increase the number of licenses held by social equity applicants from disproportionately impacted areas, and reduce barriers to entry into the cannabis industry for those most adversely impacted from the historical application and enforcement of cannabis prohibition laws.
The Social Equity Case Manager will take a pro-active approach in support of diversity, equity, inclusion and will actively lead the work of the Social Equity Program. This effort will include participating, developing effective dialogue, showing commitment to change through actions, and building trust through transparency.
The Social Equity Case Manager will report directly to the Senior Policy and Education Manager in the WSLCB’s Licensing Division. The position will support the agency’s commitment by:
• Administering the statewide Social Equity Program according to the statutes (RCW 69.50.335) and rules by:
• Development and implementation of internal business processes, policies and procedures;
• Evaluating program needs, measures and successes; and
• Facilitating conversations with appropriate agency staff, legislative bodies, stakeholders, and the community.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with community members, social equity applicants and licensees, Social Equity in Cannabis Task Force Members, local governments and other stakeholders.
• Serving as the WSLCB liaison for social equity applicants and licensees navigating regulatory processes, by providing assistance answering questions, sharing resources, and fostering a positive agency experience for applicants, licensees, and community members.
• Leading and coordinating educational outreach activities.
WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:
• Training and career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Telecommuting opportunities
• Generous wellness program
• Onsite exercise facility
• Active and engaging diversity program
• Infant at Work program
• Organization's commitment to your personal health and well-being
• Work/life balance
• Free parking
• A comprehensive benefits package
Some of the duties you will perform are:
Administer the statewide Cannabis Social Equity Program.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with community members, local governments and other stakeholders related to the program.
• Lead efforts to establish program standards and identify areas for program development.
• Coordinate with WSLCB Divisions to ensure consistent communication and business processes with program activities.
• Participate in Social Equity in Cannabis Task Force Meetings as the program expert, providing information to the Task Force as needed about licensing questions, processes, data, and program activities.
• Attend meetings and/or conferences as the program representative.
• Develop and manage contracts necessary to implement the program in consultation with the WSLCB’s Contract’s Team.
• Develop, track and report on program activities through presentations and written reports, including program measures, successes, needs.
• Coordinate with the Department of Commerce Technical Assistance Grant Program to inform social equity applicants about available resources.
Serve as a liaison for social equity applicants and licensees navigating regulatory processes.
• Provide assistance by answering questions, sharing resources, and fostering a positive agency experience with applicants, licensees, and community members.
• Review third-party recommendations and issue preliminary approval letters to social equity applicants.
• Evaluate needs for social equity applicants and develop trainings and/or resources.
• Connect with local governments and act as a liaison for social equity applicants navigating through the licensing processing.
• Work collaboratively with agency staff, social equity applicants and licensees and other necessary parties to resolve inequities as it relates to the licensing process.
Lead and coordinate outreach activities for social equity applicants and licensees, outside organizations, associations and other stakeholders.
• Develop and coordinate educational materials and resources for the social equity applicants and licensees.
• Conduct educational workshops or conferences including preparing and delivering speeches and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on desired deliverables.
• Facilitate feedback from community members, social equity applicants, and licenses, and use feedback to inform process improvement efforts.
Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in related field
AND
• Four years of experience in a related field including planning, policy analysis, coordination and consultation with a variety of public and private agencies, organizations, and/or levels of government, including experience implementing equity and inclusion programs, working in and with diverse and historically underserved communities and/or leading change initiatives within an organization.
OR
• Master’s degree in related field
AND
• Two years of experience in a related field including planning, policy analysis, coordination and consultation with a variety of public and private agencies, organizations, and/or levels of government, including experience implementing equity and inclusion programs, working in and with diverse and historically underserved communities and/or leading change initiatives within an organization.
OR
• Additional experience in the areas listed above can be substituted year for year for the education requirement.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Certification in a program focused on DEI.
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in program design, development, management, and evaluation.
• Experience in an organization with a social justice focus.
• Experience serving as representative on multi-agency DEI related committees.
• Experience with positive organizational culture change.
HOW TO APPLY
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED MATERIALS TO BE CONSIDERED.
IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified:
• Completed online application.
• Current Resume.
• Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
• 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.
COVID-19 VACCINATION
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14, state employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Special note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status. No start date will be approved until you verify your status.
Telework: Although this position is telework eligible, physical presence in the workplace is still an essential requirement of this position. Communication with applicants via phone, email and/or in person is an essential function of this position.
To further ensure public safety and in conjunction with our Governor's proclamation of stay home, stay healthy and current guidelines related to COVID-19, interviews at this time will be conducted by video or phone conference as part of our recruitment process.
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 marijuana, useable marijuana, or marijuana-infused products, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of marijuana, useable marijuana, or marijuana-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
[email protected] or call (360) 664.1674. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.