Captain (WMS – Band 2 – Internal Applicants Only – Mt. Vernon)

WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State

Mission
Promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, tobacco, cannabis and vapor laws

Captain (WMS Band 2 – Internal Only)
This Position is located in Mt. Vernon

** This INTERNAL ONLY recruitment is open to current, permanent WSLCB Enforcement Officers **

We are anticipating holding interviews the week of November 10th, 2024.

Who we are:

The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance. We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.

Our commitment to DEIB

The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders.

It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, Veteran Employee Resource Group, Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity, Disability Inclusion Network, Washington Immigrant Network and Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network.

Your opportunity at a glance:
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) Enforcement and Education Division is accepting applications for a permanent Captain (WMS Band 2). This position is located in Mt. Vernon, WA. The Captain reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Operations and independently manages a geographical region comprised of liquor, cannabis, tobacco and vapor licensees. The Captain oversees regional risk management, officer, sergeant, and lieutenant training and development, manages assigned budgets, oversees and assists with complex investigations, and directly supervises lieutenants in the region. This position ensures compliance with liquor laws and regulations through education and enforcement. This position manages the physical, financial and personnel resources of the region to ensure mission success and program integrity.

WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:

• A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)
• Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays
• Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis – all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
• Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee’s career development with the WSLCB)
• Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
• A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees
• Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
• Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
• Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding, parental well-being and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties, work location and supervisor approval, eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work.
• Free parking

Duties
The Captain plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the delivery of specialized law enforcement and regulatory services of a high degree of complexity within a designated enforcement region. Establishes regional goals to support divisional and agency strategic goal activities.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Provides direction, advice and assistance to support staff and first line supervisors (LEO4’s).
• Provides coaching and counseling to employees, initiating performance management, corrective and/or disciplinary action, if needed.
• Investigates citizen complaints concerning subordinates’ actions.
• Ensures appropriate and efficient use of the organization’s resources and enhances the effectiveness of employees through timely coaching and mentoring.
• As part of the division management team, attends division management meetings and provides input regarding statewide issues, policies and decision.
• Ensures standardized application of policy and procedures with other regional Captains.
• Exercises law enforcement authority in compliance with state laws, state constitution and constitution of the United States of America.
• Responsible for regional performance management reporting which includes activity tracking, compliance trends, data analysis, goal and target setting to improve compliance and/or reduce risk to public safety.
• Participates in the recruitment process, sits on interview panels.
• Responsible for delivery of regional liquor enforcement services under the division’s public safety mandate.
• Meets with citizens, politicians, tribal representatives, other law enforcement agencies, licensees and their employees, media and other stakeholders on liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor issues together with representatives from city, county, state and federal jurisdictions.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• Two years of experience as a Liquor Enforcement Officer 4.

AND

• Two years of experience as a manager and/or supervisor, one year of which must include the supervision of a law enforcement unit of limited or fully commissioned Officers.

AND

• Ability to participate in and practice defensive tactics techniques to insure self-protection and the protection of others.
• Ability to participate in and qualify annually to carry a firearm.
• Demonstrated ability to manage law enforcement policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with law enforcement, community, union and stakeholders with inherently diverse interests.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and four years of professional level experience as a governmental criminal investigator or regulatory agent commissioned with powers of arrest that includes successful certification of the Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent AND the experience and the abilities listed above.

OR

• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice and six years of professional level experience as a governmental criminal investigator or regulatory agent commissioned with powers of arrest that includes successful certification of the Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent AND the experience and the abilities listed above.

OR

• Eight years of professional level experience as a governmental criminal investigator or regulatory agent commissioned with powers of arrest that includes successful certification of the Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent AND the experience and abilities listed above.

OR

• Six years of experience as a full-time Peace Officer after achieving the successful certification of the Criminal Justice Training Commissions Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent AND the experience and abilities listed above.

Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following, failure to do so WILL result in your application being disqualified:

1. Complete an online application through careers.wa.gov.
2. Letter of interest, which includes the duty station(s) and region/work unit that you are willing to work.
3. A current resume

Other
Applicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080, which states in part: “No employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor, other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.”

RCW 69.50.351, no member of the state liquor and cannabis board and no employee of the state liquor and cannabis board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the producing, processing, or sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products other than the salary or wages payable to him or her in respect of his or her office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with the business.

WSLCB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email hrjobs@lcb.wa.gov or call (360) 664-1674. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.