Cannabis Program Inspector 3 Lab Services-Inspections

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

This is a Departmental Promotional recruitment and only accepting application from current Cannabis Control Board employees. The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board is hiring for a Cannabis Program Inspector 3 in Las Vegas. This position performs specialized duties for the Cannabis Compliance Board. The major purpose of this position is to inspect cannabis establishments for compliance with the rules and regulations of the Cannabis Compliance Board report findings and identify violations as well as assist in minor supervisory duties such as oversee other inspectors timesheet fielding questions and workload review. This position is to comply with the statutory obligations under AB341. This position will be guided by the provisions of Title 53 of the NRS and the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Regulations and must perform assignments in accordance with the regulations developed for the Cannabis Compliance Board and any associated statutes laws rules and procedures or guidelines that may be developed.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in allied health sciences biology chemistry environmental engineering environmental health environmental science geology science physics sanitary engineering or closely related field and four years of professional experience performing laboratory analysis and/or conducting inspections and/or investigations; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and six years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Cannabis Program Inspector II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Participate in entrance meetings with facility owners and representatives to explain the inspection process legal requirements solicit cooperation and obtain access to the facility and information needed to conduct the inspection.

Conduct on-site inspection of facilities to include the review of policies and procedures equipment building plans water supply and materials; processing handling and monitoring of product; quality assurance programs; and patient records to protect public health and ensure products are provided in accordance with applicable laws and standards and physicians orders.

Conduct on-site inspection of cannabis independent testing laboratories to ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards; inspect laboratory testing data to ensure testing is being performed with integrity and in accordance with good laboratory practices; review laboratory validations and standard operating procedures for cannabis microbialPolymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and chemical test methods.

Review security and control measures to include controlled access to restricted areas storage and transportation of cannabis and cannabis products dispensary records chain of custody records and disposal of plants and product to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Document inspection findings in comprehensive reports to include detailing lack of compliance with laws and regulations; deficiencies regarding controls procedures and operations; supporting facts and documentation; and recommendations for corrective action. Participate in exit meetings to discuss findings and respond to questions. Determine certification and license status take appropriate enforcement action and prepare violation notices and related documents. Conduct follow-up inspections as required.

Assist in the investigation of water borne and food borne illnesses traced back to regulated facilities; identify possible vector control or public health issues; conduct product water or other material sampling; analyze data; conduct interviews with affected individuals and others to identify source of illness and to ensure remedial measures are taken.

Investigate complaints associated with facility operations; interview complainant and relevant parties; may conduct surveillance and obtain information from confidential sources; coordinate with other regulators and law enforcement as required; document findings of investigation and take appropriate action; maintain case files.

Coordinate work related inspection and oversight of facilities with State federal and local agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration Environmental Protection Agency and county health departments; may respond to emergency situations such as chemical spills or transportation accidents involving cannabis and/or cannabis products.

Present and support inspection or investigation findings and recommended enforcement actions to division managers administrators legal representatives and other pertinent parties. May present information and/or testify before the Taxation Commission or at administrative or court hearings.

Incumbents perform the full range of duties described above and function as a lead worker over lower-level Cannabis Program Inspectors to include work assignment and review training and providing input regarding performance evaluations and disciplinary addition incumbents serve as the designated assistant to the Cannabis Program Supervisor to include but not limited to ensuring implementation of the inspection schedule assisting in the development of program policies and procedures and processing tests that require scientific evaluation.

Perform related duties as assigned.

This class specification lists the major knowledge skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge skills and abilities from a previous level.

Detailed knowledge of: the principles of good laboratory practice federal standards of the Food and Drug Administration and Environmental Protection Agency related to packaging and labeling requirements and water supply standards; the prevention and control of disease through environmental measures such as personal hygiene and sanitation; calibrated testing equipment such as scales production calibration equipment electronic thermometers and light meters; investigative methods appropriate to regulatory compliance functions; informal dispute resolution techniques; policies and procedures for obtaining variance from regulations.

Working knowledge of: vermin control and pesticide use to include correct application chemical types public health and environmental impact significance and public protection; engineering drawings and reports such as plumbing and architectural drawings and material specifications; building codes and common building practices (Uniform Building Code) plumbing code and common plumbing practices (Uniform Plumbing Code).

Recruiter Contact Information: Clark Mandichak -

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race color national origin religion or belief age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy domestic partnership genetic information (GINA) or compensation and/or wages.

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