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Office of Cannabis Policy
Opening Date: June 9, 2026
Closing Date: June 24, 2026
Grade/ Admin Unit: 22 / Professional/Technical
Job Class Code:0827
Salary:$47,174.40 - $ 65,832.00/Annually
Position Number:004601244
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
The Stakeholder Engagement Associate position within the Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) supports the Director of Media and Stakeholder Relations in creating and executing strategic outreach plans that facilitate positive working relationships with key stakeholder groups. This includes medical and adult use cannabis program participants, patients, consumers, municipalities, public health and safety organizations, and the general public. This position also assists in disseminating information regarding OCP’s resources, programs, policies, and events and is responsible for tracking and documenting the efficacy and success of stakeholder initiatives to identify outreach opportunities that enhance the Office’s impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work collaboratively with the Director of Media and Stakeholder Relations to prepare and manage workshops, roundtables, town halls, trainings, and other in-person and virtual events that promote departmental goals and objectives.
- Support OCP’s stakeholder engagement initiatives and events by independently developing surveys, agendas, project plans, invitations, reports, minutes, and other materials as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from state, municipal, industry, public health, and other stakeholders in order to provide information and maintain a stakeholder database.
- Routinely measure and assess the Office’s stakeholder engagement activities to track participation, encourage continuous improvement, and promote best practices.
- Assist in the drafting and development of one pagers, presentations, newsletters, brochures, reports, website copy, and other informational materials intended to disseminate information.
- Help prepare staff members for speaking engagements and meetings before stakeholder groups to explain Office policies and programs and increase public awareness.
- Understand and anticipate stakeholder goals and needs across the cannabis ecosystem to identify opportunities to develop trainings, events, guidance documents, and fact sheets that meet those needs.
- Research selected topics in order to write or provide information for reports, memos, and publications.
- Participate in managing the successful implementation of OCP’s public health and safety campaigns and other statewide initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director, Deputy Director of Strategic Initiatives, or Deputy Director of Operations.
KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of community engagement principles, practices, and techniques.
- Knowledge of the methods and techniques of disseminating information.
- Knowledge of departmental goals, objectives, programs, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to write clearly and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to express technical information in a clear, interesting manner.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete work in a timely manner.
- Ability to research selected subjects and gather data.
- Ability to organize and conduct meetings and events.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Significant experience in communications, public relations, community engagement, or a closely related field demonstrating possession of knowledge and skill in educational outreach, public relations, media, event planning, and information dissemination practices and techniques.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
- A high-level understanding of Maine’s cannabis-related laws and regulations.
- Knowledge and general understanding of Maine’s legislative process.
- Knowledge of best practices pertaining to project management.
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge in public health-related initiatives, including prevention messaging and behavior change marketing.
- Experience planning and executing in-person, hybrid, and virtual events.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resumeand three (3) professional references.
In order forus to properlydetermineif you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) as a condition of employment.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave,and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
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