Job Information
New York State Civil Service Licensing Examiner 1 (Hourly) - VID 176426 in Albany, New York
NY HELP No
Agency Office of Cannabis Management
Title Licensing Examiner 1 (Hourly) - VID 176426
Occupational Category Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $23.45 to $23.45 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Albany
Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 9
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12226
Duties Description Under the direction of the Program Specialist 1 (Cannabis) for their assigned area, the incumbents of these positions will be working closely with the Surveillance and Regulatory Compliance units and will be responsible for reviewing and processing license and permit applications and renewals following the implementation of the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) laws, rules, and regulations. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Respond to written and verbal inquiries and complaints from applicants, licensed entities, and various stakeholders.• Answer questions from applicants on the requirements of various licensure programs; assist applicants in completing applications.• Review of license applications and ensure applications are complete; follow up with applicants to correct deficiencies.• Review applicant’s criminal justice history (including coordinating submission of fingerprints with Division of Criminal Justice Services).• Research database for other cannabis businesses located near applicants.• Review application locations to ensure they are in compliance with local laws. • Make corrections to resolve problems in processing applications.• Provide preliminary application recommendations to supervisory staff. • Work closely with other program units when needed. • Complete other special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Either 1: Three years of full-time experience in a position where your primary responsibility is providing customer service in the form of explaining programs, policies, and/or procedures; resolving problems; or reconciling accounts;Or 2: 30 semester credit hours of college-level study AND two years of the experience stated in qualification #1;Or 3: 60 semester credit hours of college-level study AND one year of the experience stated in qualification #1;Or 4: 90 semester credit hours of college-level study.Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: Experience limited to positions such as cashier, supermarket clerk, department store clerk, greeter, retail clerk, forms processor, bartenders, wait staff, fast food worker, restaurant worker, hair stylist, receptionist, transferring calls or taking messages, taxi operator/driver, bus driver, mental health aide, direct care or home health aide, social worker, counselor, gas station attendant, officer, security guard.
Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses• Paid Parental LeaveOCM is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting (up to 50%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Our exciting training and development opportunities allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.Telecommuting options will be discussed at the time of interview.The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply. For a full version of OCM’s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About | Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources/AS
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.