Regulation Agent 9-P11

State of Michigan • St. Joseph, MI

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About The Position

Conducts statewide investigations of Cannabis Regulatory Agency-licensed businesses alleged to have violated the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act (MMFLA), Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA), Marihuana Tracking Act (MTA), Industrial Hemp Research and Development Act, or associated administrative rules. The position conducts interviews, obtains evidence in accordance with the rules of evidence and the Administrative Procedures Act, and performs field inspections relating to potential violations. The agent may be required to testify in administrative hearings or other legal proceedings.

These openings primarily cover Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph, and Branch counties. Agents may occasionally assist in other counties based on operational needs. Candidates will be selected in part based on their current home location.

Applicants must attach a resume, official transcripts if applicable, and a cover letter of no more than one 8½ x 11 page explaining how their background and work experience will help them meet the job requirements. The use of artificial intelligence software is prohibited throughout the selection process, including application responses and interview questions or exercises; suspected use may result in screening out. LARA is a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major, or an applicable substitution described in the posting.
• At Regulation Agent 9 level, no specific type or amount of experience is required.
• At Regulation Agent 10 level, one year of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent 9.
• At Regulation Agent P11 level, two years of professional experience providing regulation and investigative services equivalent to a Regulation Agent, including one year equivalent to a Regulation Agent 10.
• For Regulation Agent 9–12, high school completion and at least two years of full-time active-duty uniformed-services experience at or above E-6 may substitute for the education requirement.
• For entry level, two years of investigator or detective experience in law enforcement, the U.S. Armed Services, or a private agency conducting criminal or corporate investigations—including fraud, embezzlement, and security threats—may substitute for the education and experience requirements.
• The specified investigative experience substitution is three years at the intermediate level, four years at the experienced level, and five years at the advanced level.
• Applicants must submit a resume, official transcripts if applicable, and a cover letter limited to one 8½ x 11 page.

Responsibilities

• Investigate CRA-licensed businesses alleged to have violated applicable marihuana and industrial hemp laws or administrative rules.
• Interview relevant witnesses.
• Obtain evidence to support or disapprove allegations in accordance with the rules of evidence and the Administrative Procedures Act.
• Conduct field inspections relating to potential violations.
• Testify in administrative hearings or other legal proceedings when required.
• Occasionally assist in counties outside the primary coverage area based on operational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level