Legal Assistant II - MED & NMD Lakewood

Department Information

This is a term‑limited position. This position will perform the outlined duties with the Colorado Department of Revenue from the date of hire to approximately June 30, 2027, contingent upon funding.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work.

Marijuana Enforcement Division

The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading‑edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework.

The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast‑paced professional environment.

Culture & Environment: The Marijuana Enforcement Division’s culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution‑oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.

Vision: Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices.

Mission: Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem‑solving.

Natural Medicine Division

The Natural Medicine Division (NMD) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with implementing the regulated Natural Medicine program in Colorado. The Division implements legislation, develops and recommends rules, conducts regulatory investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework.

The NMD promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders, being data‑driven, and proactively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast‑paced professional environment.

Culture & Environment: The NMD’s culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Team members are solution‑oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration, and integrity in all interactions. The NMD operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires team members to support one another in navigating new issues, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.

Vision: To be leaders in the responsible regulation of Natural Medicines.

Mission: To implement a safe and successful regulatory program for Natural Medicine.

The Legal Assistant II contributes to the Division's records management program through policies, procedures, and…