Executive Director - Worcester, United States - Cannabis Control Commission

Description

The Executive Director (ED) is the administrative head of the Cannabis Control Commission ("Commission") pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 10, Section 76 (j).

The ED is responsible for administering and enforcing the statutes and regulations regarding the Massachusetts marijuana industry and reports to the appointed members of the Commission.

The ED executes on strategic priorities and develops an operational strategy to effectively meet the demands of the regulated cannabis industry in Massachusetts.

• Ensures that licensees and prospective licensees can and will operate in a manner compliant with all Commission statutes and regulations.
• Supervises members of the senior leadership, and other supervisors, as necessary, holding staff members accountable for the operations and management of their divisions.
• Develops annual goals and any strategic plans to further the statutory and regulatory mandates and mission of the Commission.
• Seeks opportunities to support the progress and achievement of Commission goals through the work of the Commission and collaboration with Commissioners.
• Attends and participates in Commission public meetings and prepares meeting presentations and documentation for policy discussions as needed.
• Collaborates with the Commission Chair and Commissioners in the development and approval of agendas in preparation for public meetings.
• Provides regular checkin/update meetings with the Commission Chair and Commissioners and seeks opportunities to support the progress and achievement of their own goals through the work of the Commission.
• Delivers reports on performance of the Agency's strategies and plans and receives feedback from the Commission regarding the overall performance and direction of the Agency, including agency operations, policies, impact plans, finances, budget preparation, internal controls, risk assessment, audits, and overall agency management.
• Develops and updates administrative standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk management strategies, policies and practices, and other internal controls.
• As delegated to the ED by the Commission, takes administrative actions and delegates as appropriate to ensure timely execution of agency deliverables.
• Monitors the Agency's financial activities, including development and approval of annual legislative budget requests and budgetary activities to ensure efficient and appropriate use of financial resources.
• Ensures compliance with the Commonwealth's purchasing and procurement laws and supplier diversity program.
• Monitors Agency's performance and utilizes financial and nonfinancial metrics to ensure goals and milestones are met and makes strategic adjustments as necessary.
• Works closely with the Agency's Legal Department to ensure all regulatory mandates and statutory requirements are met.
• Proposes the Commission's legislative agenda and maintains positive relationships with legislators, internal and external partners, constituents, and other governmental bodies.
• Ensures the Commission's Social Equity Program continues to serve constituents within underrepresented communities, providing opportunities for operator ownership and career paths within the Massachusetts cannabis industry.
• Ensures the Commission remains focused on and prioritizes community and stakeholder outreach and education.
• In collaboration with the Commission and Chief People Officer, develop and support the Agency's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Validation (DEIBV) initiative, to maintain a diverse and respectful Agency culture, where all employees feel welcomed, engaged, valued, and are productive.
• Works closely with appropriate staff to market and publicly engage in the Agency's obligation to develop and maintain a positive relationship with constituents and the media, including but not limited to the review of press releases, participating in speaking engagements and industry conferences, and engaging in community and public relations events.
• Maintains a highlevel understanding of overall Agency performance in the industry, including reviewing of weekly/biweekly reports and engaging in oneonone and/or team department overview and presentations with the executive and senior leadership team.
• Is responsible for preparation, approval, and submission of Commission's annual report.
• Chairs the Cannabis Advisory Board (CAB) and appoints Commissioners to serve as liaisons with the CAB subcommittees.
• As delegated by the Commission, recruits, hires, and supervises the senior leadership team.
• Performs other duties, as required.

• As a leader, will model the Agency's mission, vision, and values among senior leadership and agency staff and holds them ac