Cannabis Business Services Specialist

Position Description

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated, and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of Minneapolis.
This position will plan and coordinate the implementation of a technical assistance program for cannabis businesses, identify potential participant businesses in the City of Minneapolis and assist them by matching them with the City's and external resources for small businesses. They will work directly with business owners and with other City staff to resolve questions and challenges facing new and existing cannabis businesses. This support will include assisting businesses in navigating City processes, connecting them to resources for technical assistance, site selection, financing, and addressing questions about City policies and ordinances.

Work Location
This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Attendance at community events, outside of normal working hours, may be required.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with business clients and provides guidance and referrals to assist them in identifying and solving business needs, including assisting with identifying resources to assist them with accounting, personnel management and related administrative problems using resources such as City and other governmental agencies, financial institutions, and other business agencies.
• Provide information on programs affecting the future of cannabis businesses to assist clients in the planning and development of their businesses.
• Participate in the development of marketing programs and communication strategies in conjunction with other City staff.
• Participate in multi-department or inter-agency working groups tasked with improving processes and services for cannabis businesses.
• Maintain a case history file of businesses assisted. Prepare activity and progress reports as needed.
• Attend City Council, neighborhood group, and business organization meetings to gather and provide information as needed.
• Conduct or participate in workshops or seminars on business services and development as requested.
• Attend training sessions and informational meetings to stay abreast of available financing, economic development programs, law changes, and related issues for cannabis businesses.

Working Conditions
Normal office setting.

Mental Requirements
Frequently communicate both verbally and in writing, concentrate on tasks, remember names and details, make decisions, adjust to changes, examine / observe details, meet deadlines, discriminate colors, use math and perform calculations, and work alone and with others.

Physical Requirements
Light Office

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field or a combination of training and experience that is substantially equivalent.

Minimum Experience
Three years of experience in business management or business support services.

Licenses/Certifications
None

Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Resume
A Resume is preferred. An updated resume may be attached.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association.

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire in two months after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and possess professional presentation skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with persons from diverse economic, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to analyze various situations/problems and formulate and implement strategies to resolve issues.
• Knowledge of economic development, and public and business administration.
• Knowledge of the local business community and state and local government.
• Knowledge of government business assistance programs and financing packages.
• Knowledge of small business technical assistance and training.
• Knowledge of cannabis business law, regulations, and support programs is desired.
• Knowledge of departmental programs, policies, and procedures is desired.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .

New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.

Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Central

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