Title: Hemp Compliance & Technical Specialist #01441
State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer III
Hiring Range: $47,722 - $62,493 annually
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture
Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS
Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a self-motivated person who is eager to learn to become part of our team. The position will work to ensure regulated hemp products in the Commonwealth of Virginia comply with all laws and regulations. Duties include providing guidance, direction and technical expertise related to regulated hemp products in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; conducting compliance activities to ensure rigorous enforcement of the requirements; evaluating and reporting on hemp products at regulated establishments to include labeling and packaging requirements; and conducting onsite reviews and meetings. May be required to travel (day, overnight and weekends) to attend trainings, meetings, events, etc. as requested/required. Once onboard, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth’s telework policy. Currently, VDACS’ Office of Hemp Enforcement will consider one teleworking day per week once the selected candidate is fully onboard and trained.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience reading, interpreting, communicating, and applying complex laws and regulations. Thorough knowledge of inspection, investigation, and enforcement practices and procedures. Ability to understand and communicate scientific principles. Ability to make independent technical decisions on points of hemp product enforcement and related issues. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities. Ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally. Ability to make autonomous decisions and to take appropriate actions in diverse circumstances and environments. Fundamental knowledge of computer applications. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to be self-motivated. Ability to successfully interact with co-workers, the public, the hemp industry and other regulatory agencies.
Additional Considerations
A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of in food science, biology, chemistry, biochemistry, environmental health, compliance, law enforcement or a related field.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that before we can legally employ an individual, we must verify both the identity and employment authorization of the individual. VDACS uses Form I-9 to satisfy this requirement. Form I-9, instructions, and the List of Acceptable Documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9. VDACS does not offer sponsorship for employment purposes; therefore, the selected candidate will need to be able to provide acceptable documents in accordance with Form I-9 (use link above for more details). Additionally, VDACS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional assistance with this requirement, please contact hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov.
Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: N/A
Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov
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 documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.