Regulatory Officer Hemp and Kratom Products-WV Department of Agriculture-See

overview

regulatory officer- hemp & kratom products (select plant derived products)

division: regulatory and environmental affairs

headquarters: inwood, wv or moorefield, wv

reports to: hemp/kratom program manager

supervisory responsibility: none

fsla status: non-exempt

location/status note: this job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the west virginia division of personnel merit system. Apply directly to the hiring agency.

salary: $35,900 - $40,900 annually

• inspect retail, distribution and manufacturing facilities which handle hemp and kratom products as monitored by state laws, wvda policies, and applicable regulations.
• conduct hemp product and kratom inspections in retail facilities in west virginia.
• occasional inspections of distribution and manufacturing facilities.
• provide technical assistance to retailers, producers, and distributors.
• attend departmental, division, state and national meetings and training seminars.
• travel statewide, approximately 85%, with possible overnight stays.
• work within an assigned territory; may cover additional territory at the discretion of division administrators.
• perform other duties as assigned.

frequently: bend, squat, stand, sit, climb, kneel, reach above shoulder level, push/pull and/or walk for extended periods; ability to lift/carry 50 pounds.

• knowledge of wv code chapter 19 relating to duties and responsibilities of the wv department of agriculture, regulatory and environmental affairs division.
• ability to comprehend and apply complex laws and regulations in diverse situations.
• ability to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written form.
• perform calculations.
• reasoning and analytical skills for complex situations.
• ability to organize and carry out work assignments.
• ability to file and maintain a good records keeping system.
• working knowledge of computer programs and skills.
• attention to surroundings and detail to detect possible violations of laws and regulations.

bachelors' degree in agriculture, cannabis studies, or law enforcement/criminal justice or relevant field from an accredited college or university.

two years of successful full-time paid employment in the areas of cannabis and/or administrative compliance. Cannabis knowledge is not required but preferred.

two years of successful full-time paid employment in the areas of agricultural inspections and compliance may substitute for the required training.

• valid driver’s license is required.
• satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.
• satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including dmv records.
• must maintain a positive image of the commissioner, west virginia department of agriculture.

note: this description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the commissioner and designees. West virginia department of agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.

agency: west virginia department of agriculture

address: 1900 kanawha blvd. East charleston, west virginia, 25305

additional application note: this job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the west virginia division of personnel merit system. Therefore, interested persons must apply directly to the hiring agency as directed above.