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Anne Arundel County, MD - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 78919 - 127473

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Cannabis Administration Office of Policy and Government Affairs Linthicum Maryland

Main Purpose of Job

This position will be responsible for leading and managing legislative affairs within the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA)s Office of Policy and Government Affairs. This position will serve as the primary liaison between MCA and legislative stakeholders including the Maryland General Assembly the Office of the Governor and other government entities. This position will oversee all legislative initiatives as well as analyze policy impacts; coordinate advocacy efforts; and ensure that MCAs legislative strategy aligns with its regulatory and operational objectives.

This position will be expected to be extremely knowledgeable about legislative processes government operations and the development of public policies. This position will also be expected to possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and drafting legislative documents. Additionally this position will be expected to display the ability to analyze complex policy and legislative issues along with the ability to develop strategic recommendations and build and maintain relationships with elected officials government agencies and key stakeholders.

Furthermore this position will be expected to possess strong organizational and project management skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Finally this position will report directly to the Chief of MCAs Office of Policy and Government Affairs.

This position will be required to travel around the State of Maryland.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:Five 5 years of experience in legislative affairs government relations and/or Public Policy.

*Since this position will be required to possess strong written communication skills a writing sample preferably a bill or legislative proposal that was addressed to an elected official is required in addition to the submission of a State of Maryland application for this recruitment.*

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should have professional experience working with State legislatures regulatory agencies and/or government officials. The desired candidate should also have professional healthcare experience including experience with cannabis policies and/or with highly regulated industries. Additionally the desired candidate should possess either a J.D. or a Masters degree from an accredited college or university.

This position will be required to travel around the State of Maryland.

*Since this position will be required to possess strong written communication skills a writing sample preferably a bill or legislative proposal that was addressed to an elected officialis required in addition to the submission of a State of Maryland application for this recruitment.*

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all related education experience dates and hours of indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MCA Office of Human Resources 849 International Drive Linthicum Maryland 21090. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload.Only additional materials which are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact MCAs Office of Human Resources ator. You may also reach us via email at

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division ator.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling:or MD TTY Relay Service at.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.


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