Director Of Operations - Vid 134638

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience. *

• Substitutions: four years of relevant experience or associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of relevant experience; PH.D. may substitute for two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Has experience managing large teams and coordinating work across several units, with an ability to meet project timelines.
• Has experience working in a compliance or enforcement field/sector.
• Has experience implementing sizable programs and projects in the public sector that have an information technology component.

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Executive Team, the Director of Operations has responsibility overseeing and directing the Licensing and Enforcement Teams with day-to-day operations. In this capacity, the Director is responsible for supervising and coordinating the licensing and enforcement functions of the Office, including overseeing the implementation of systems and policies used by the Teams. The Director of Operations is charged with ensuring both Teams operate efficiently and prioritize objectives and goals as directed by the Executive Team.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Guide and assist the Executive team on the development of key policy initiatives and special projects within the Office of Cannabis Management.
• Manage day-to-day operations coordinating the activities of the Licensing and Enforcement Teams.
• Oversee the Operation Team’s annual budget and spending plan, including personal and nonpersonal service requirements and manage the program’s various funds.
• Represent the Executive Director in high level meetings with other state agencies such as the Information Technology Services, Division of the Budget, NYS Department of Civil Service and other applicable agencies to discuss matters concerning the Office of Cannabis Management.
• Review operations and set standards for measuring the effectiveness of each operation.
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures for Licensing and Enforcement Units, including how to address changes in legislation and policies over time.
• Direct and evaluate long range strategic planning and goals of the Operation’s Team and implement modifications as needed. Make recommendations on appropriate improvements and reorganizations, as needed.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of priority projects, including but not limited to information technology projects for systems and data platforms.

Additional Comments

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Yes, Downstate: Location Pay of $3,026