Senior Policy Analyst

Title: Senior Policy Analyst

State Role

Title:

Salary Non-Specified

Hiring Range: Hiring range for this position is $84,114 - $96,731, commensurate with education and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: VA Cannabis Control Authority

Location: VA Cannabis Control Authority

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

• Analyze statutes, regulations, guidance documents, and proposed legislation to ensure agency compliance and consistency.
• Prepare legal and policy interpretations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify gaps or ambiguities in statutory and regulatory language and recommend solutions.

• Assist with tracking and reviewing legislation, preparing agency reviews and responses, and writing and distributing legislative reports.
• Monitor General Assembly committee activity.
• Assist with development of fiscal impact statements.
• Draft proposed regulations, amendments, and guidance documents.
• Coordinate public comment processes and stakeholder engagement during rule making.
• Develop plain-language summaries of regulatory changes for licenses and the public.

• Conduct research on cannabis industry trends, public health impacts, and regulatory best practices.
• Analyze compliance data and enforcement outcomes to inform policy decisions.
• Prepare reports, briefs, and presentations for leadership and legislative bodies.

• Participate in meetings with licensees, advocacy groups, and other state agencies.
• Respond to inquiries regarding regulatory requirements and compliance expectations.
• Support outreach initiatives to promote understanding of agency rules and policies.

• Evaluate regulatory risks and recommend strategies to mitigate non-compliance.
• Assist in developing compliance frameworks and enforcement protocols.
• Monitor emerging issues and propose proactive policy responses.

• Serve as a technical resource for junior analysts and agency staff.
• Collaborate with legal, licensing, and compliance teams to ensure policy alignment.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow workplace safety regulations and adhere to applicable standards, processes, and programs established for your position.
• Report unsafe work conditions to your supervisor.
• Immediately report work-related incidents to your supervisor and participate in accident investigation requests.

• Knowledge of Virginia legislative, administrative law, and regulatory processes.
• Strong analytical, research, and policy drafting skills.
• Ability to interpret complex statutes and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with public health, social equity, and economic considerations in policy development.
• Experience with legislative affairs and rule making.
• Knowledge of compliance monitoring and performance measurement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, or related field. Equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

• Minimum 5 years in regulatory analysis, policy development, or government administration, including experience with rule making or compliance programs.

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Law (JD), or related discipline.

• Experience in cannabis regulation or other highly regulated industries.
• Background in legislative drafting or regulatory impact analysis.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability…