Deputy Director For Public Health And Operations - deputy Dir Ofc Cannabis Mgmt

Deputy Director for Public Health and Operations

Job Class: Deputy Director Office of Cannabis Management

Agency: Cannabis Management Office

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Closing Date: 10/29/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Cannabis Management Office / Cannabis Mgt Off-Managerial

Division/Unit: Cannabis Management Office-OCM / OCM Director Staff

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $62.07 - $88.79 / hourly; $129,602 - $185,393 / annually

Classified Status: Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep

FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Deputy Director of Public Health and Office Operations serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team, providing strategic oversight, operational direction, and administrative management to advance the agency's mission of protecting and improving community health. This position is responsible for supervising major program areas, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets and resources, and directing office operations to deliver efficient, equitable, and high-quality public health services. The Deputy Director acts on behalf of the Director as needed and collaborates with internal teams, external constituencies, and community partners to promote health equity and organizational excellence. This position provides executive-level leadership, ensures compliance with state and federal laws, promotes operational efficiency, and advances the agency's mission. This position is located in St. Paul and is expected to report to the office three days per week and may telework two days per week.

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of experience in administrative positions in public, private, or non-profit organizations in public health, data and analytics, regulatory oversight, or operations (including finance or HR).
• Three (3) years of supervisory or executive leadership experience directing staff.
• Experience administering and overseeing teams, budgets, and complex programs.
• Knowledge of state and federal government operations, legislative processes, and public policy.
• Communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create positive working relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or related field.
• Experience in the cannabis or other highly regulated industry (medicine, alcohol, transportation, etc.).
• Experience with state or local governments.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 records check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment reference check
• Conflict of interest review
• Criminal background check

The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.