Business Licensing Specialist

Job Description:

Business Licensing Specialist

Description

Job Location: This position will be located at 920 Wildwood Dr., Jefferson City, MO 65109.

Why you’ll love this position:

You will have the opportunity to work in a new Missouri industry as a regulator for licensed and certified entities that are authorized to grow, produce, test, transport, and sell cannabis for medical and adult use. Business Services Specialists work with licensed and certified cannabis entities to assist them with various business updates including ownership and location changes, as well as, conduct in-depth audits of financial records, agreements and debt and equity instruments. This position works to ensure licensees are in compliance with Article XIV and the rules and law that regulate the industry. This program is ever-changing, fast paced, and is expected to grow and develop for years to come.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Evaluate business change applications for licensee’s change of ownership, change of location, and transfer of entity and make recommendations for approval or denial.
• Conduct compliance reviews and unannounced audits of cannabis licensees to ensure compliance with minimum standards for licensure as defined by state regulations.
• Conduct audits, reviews and investigations where analyzing complex business documents is required, including: loan documents, partnership agreements, branding agreements, by-laws, articles of incorporation, sales agreements, asset purchase agreements, merger agreements other financial or contractual agreements or data provided by the licensees to evaluate the licensee's operational suitability and compliance with state regulations.
• Draft reports and narratives of findings, notices of violation and other compliance notices that outline findings and next steps for licensees.
• Review licenses for rule verification, which includes compliance with Article XIV and 19 CSR 100-1 after license approval.
• Process, track and prepare documentation and systems for fees and fines associated with cannabis licensees.
• Participate in recommending changes to rules, regulations, technical standards, and internal procedures governing cannabis licensure compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with preferred major specialization (approximately 18-30 semester hours) in accounting, finance, insurance, risk management, business, or closely related areas (related professional experience may be considered for substitution).
• Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Auditing background or experience in detailed review of business documents and ownership structures desirable.
• A high level of initiative and problem solving skills in areas of responsibility.
• Ability to develop effective solutions, strategies, and fast paced environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to take general guidance and direction and complete projects and tasks with minimal oversight.
• Ability to mine data systems and use the data for the purposes of compliance and investigative needs.
• Ability to organize and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Jordan Lenox, Jordan.Lenox@health.mo.gov, 573-526-9677

Salary:

$55,950.91-$63,941.69 per Year