Tribal Cannabis Regulatory Compliance Manager

Program: Tax & Tero Department	Salary Grade: GS-17
Supervisor: Fallon Business Council	Salary Range: $26.04-$31.09
FLSA: Non-Exempt	Regular Full-Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Tribal Cannabis Regulatory Compliance Manager/Specialist is responsible for ensuring that the Tribe’s cannabis business activities comply with applicable tribal and state regulations.  This role involves researching, analyzing, and interpreting cannabis-related legislation and tribal ordinances, developing compliance materials, and coordinating with tribal regulatory bodies and state agencies to support the regulation of the Tribe’s cannabis operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Research and analyze complex cannabis regulations and legislation, including tribal ordinances, state laws and regulations, and intergovernmental agreements.
2. Draft clear, concise summaries of regulations, questions for facility audits, and action items to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements.
3. Monitor changes in tribal ordinances and state laws and regulations that affect cannabis businesses operating on tribal lands.
4. Serve as the primary liaison between the Tribe’s cannabis business operations and Tribal Marijuana Control Board, assisting with enforcement, rulemaking, and regulatory development.
5. Support the Tribal Marijuana Control Board by preparing agendas, actions items, resolutions, meeting minutes, etc.
6. Participate in developing and refining tribal cannabis regulations and policies, including attending Tribal Marijuana Control Board meetings, preparing draft regulations, and providing recommendations.
7. Conduct regular compliance checks and audits of tribal cannabis facilities to ensure adherence to laws and regulations and develop audit reports.
8. Collaborate with tribal leadership and management to identify, investigate, and resolve any compliance issues.
9. Develop, maintain, and revise tribal cannabis compliance records and policies and procedures to align with evolving regulatory requirements.
10. Liaise with tribal and state agencies on compliance-related matters and permitting processes.
11. Educate tribal cannabis business employees and leadership on regulatory changes and best practices for compliance.
12. Other job duties as assigned by the supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

1. High school diploma or equivalent required; some certification or college coursework in cannabis regulation, public policy, compliance, or related fields preferred.
2. Some experience in a regulated industry (cannabis, environmental, food safety, or similar) is a plus.
3. Strong analytical and reading comprehension skills, with the ability to interpret and summarize legislation and ordinances.
4. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Spreadsheets, Drive).
7. Familiarity with tribal governance processes, intergovernmental relations, and permitting requirements for cannabis businesses.
8. Understanding of the relationship between tribal, state, and local regulations.
9. The duties of this position include the operation of a motor vehicle. Individuals hired to this position must possess a valid State of Nevada driver’s license and must remain insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe and Native American/Indian Preference;  Employment preferences to members of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone and to members of federally-recognized Indian Tribes shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies.  Persons of Tribe and/or Indian ancestry and wish to claim these employment preferences should submit a copy of the Tribal Enrollment Card/Certification indicating the name of the Tribe they are enrolled with.

U.S. Veteran’s Preference;  Preference to opportunities to veterans honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer;  The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national original, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, genetics or membership or non-membership in any employee organization, except as allowed by Federal and/or Tribal Law.

Drug Free Workplace; The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe is a drug-free workplace.  All employees are subject to a pre-employment and random drug screens.

Background Checks; All employees must be able to pass a background check per the Tribe’s Background Check Policy.

Position Description Limitations; this position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Tribe and the employee, and is subject to change by the Council as the needs of the Tribe and the requirements of the job change.  This position description is not intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by any employee in this position and is not intended to reflect all duties performed within the position.