Senior Licensing Associate
About The Position
Advanced Licensing & Registration Administration • Reviews complex, escalated, or technical cannabis licensing, patient certification, and product registration applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements. • Identifies deficiencies or inconsistencies within applications, requests corrections, and ensures timely processing to meet program standards. • Supports workflow optimization by recommending improvements to licensing processes, system functionality, and data quality controls. • Ensures that application reviews are well documented, auditable, and aligned with program policies and statutory requirements. Regulatory Compliance Support • Identifies potential compliance concerns during application review and appropriately escalates issues to compliance or enforcement teams. • Documents facility related irregularities or observations that may indicate noncompliance with cannabis laws or operating standards. • Applies an understanding of regulatory requirements governing cannabis facilities, product safety, and operational compliance to the licensing review process. Program Coordination & Reporting • Prepares reports, summaries, decision documentation, and analytical materials supporting licensing determinations and program oversight. • Maintains organized, accurate, and audit ready records consistent with regulatory expectations and agency policies. • Assists in developing and updating licensing procedures, internal SOPs, and guidance documents to promote consistency and transparency. Stakeholder & Public Interaction • Responds to complex inquiries from applicants, licensees, patients, practitioners, and members of the public with clear, accurate, and timely information. • Provides guidance on application processes, regulatory requirements, and program expectations in a professional and accessible manner. • Represents the agency during interactions with cannabis facilities, community stakeholders, and professional partners. Leadership & Mentorship • Provides mentoring and technical support to Licensing Associates and junior staff, including guidance on application review, documentation standards, and regulatory interpretation. • Supports onboarding and training efforts to strengthen staff knowledge and program consistency. • Serves as a lead resource for resolving escalated, complex, or technical licensing issues. Administrative & Technical Proficiency • Utilizes licensing and registration databases, document management systems, and digital tools to process and track applications accurately. • Manages confidential and sensitive information in accordance with agency policies and state requirements. • Organizes and prioritizes multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast paced regulatory environment.
Requirements
- State cannabis laws, regulations, and program requirements.
- Licensing, permitting, and registration processes within a regulatory agency.
- Documentation standards, administrative procedures, and recordkeeping requirements.
- Basic understanding of compliance, enforcement, and regulatory oversight.
- Advanced application review and data verification.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
- Customer service and stakeholder engagement.
- Report drafting, documentation, and workflow management.
- Use of databases, spreadsheets, and digital filing systems.
- Interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Work independently and collaboratively with regulatory staff.
- Mentor junior staff and support team development.
- Manage high volume workloads with accuracy and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cannabis regulation, patient certification systems, or healthcare related registration programs.
- Experience using licensing or case management software platforms.
- Experience developing SOPs, training materials, or workflow improvements.
- Additional training or certification in regulatory compliance or administrative management.
Responsibilities
- Reviews complex, escalated, or technical cannabis licensing, patient certification, and product registration applications
- Identifies deficiencies or inconsistencies within applications, requests corrections
- Supports workflow optimization by recommending improvements to licensing processes
- Identifies potential compliance concerns during application review
- Documents facility related irregularities or observations
- Prepares reports, summaries, decision documentation, and analytical materials
- Maintains organized, accurate, and audit ready records
- Responds to complex inquiries from applicants, licensees, patients, practitioners, and members of the public
- Provides guidance on application processes, regulatory requirements, and program expectations
- Provides mentoring and technical support to Licensing Associates and junior staff
- Supports onboarding and training efforts
- Utilizes licensing and registration databases, document management systems, and digital tools
- Manages confidential and sensitive information
- Organizes and prioritizes multiple tasks and deadlines
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
