Licensing and Permitting Manager 3

Initial Posting Date:

04/27/2026Application Deadline:

05/10/2026Agency:

Oregon Liquor \& Cannabis CommissionSalary Range:

$8,299 \- $12,835Position Type:

EmployeePosition Title:

Licensing and Permitting Manager 3Job Description:

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies.

The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions. Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more! Click here to learn about State of Oregon benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About this opportunity:

• This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office. Please note that the headquarters for the agency will relocate from Milwaukie to Portland, OR by approximately the middle of 2027\.
• After an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule, however weekly in\-office work will be required. This position is not eligible to be fully remote.
• This position is a management service position and is not represented by a union.

Here’s what you will do:

• Plan, organize, coordinate, direct, record, budget, and evaluate for improvement of work done by the Liquor License Services Division.
• Develop, implement, and manage the Liquor License Services Division budget and assists the Public Safety Director in managing the Public Safety budgets.
• Develop and publish statewide division standard operating procedures and user guides in accordance with Program goals and objectives, agency mission and values, statutes, rules, and direction from the Commission.
• Assure that all licensing processes and actions are fair, consistent, and legally sustainable in accordance with the liquor laws and rules and the Administrative Procedures Act.
• Supervise the Liquor License Managers, technicians, compliance specialists and administrative assistants.
• Perform personnel management functions including staffing, job descriptions, discipline, commendation, training, and affirmative action for the Liquor License Services division.
• Provide training and consultation in technical areas, interpersonal relationships, and communication.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position and is required to meet the demands of this job.

Please contact OLCC.HumanResources@olcc.oregon.gov if you would like a copy of the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience;

OR

• Four years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Preferred Skills:

• General knowledge of alcohol regulatory statutes and administrative rules, both on a statewide and federal level.
• Prior experience managing teams, ability to set goals, organize work, and direct team members in remote and hybrid settings.
• Demonstrated experience leading through organizational or regulatory changes and acting as a change leader for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Prior experience researching and interpreting complex legal statutes and administrative rules pertaining to a governmental agency’s authority and applying those to actions taken to ensure legal compliance.
• Experience working with community partners, governmental agencies, and business associations who may have differing goals.
• Ability to develop standard work procedures and evaluate their efficacy on a statewide level.

Application instructions and information:

* A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.

• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications addressed to the OLCC and received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video/phone interview as part of the application screening process.
• Internal candidates currently working for any State of Oregon agency must apply using your employee Workday account. In addition to required attachments, ensure that your profile has your current job history and education. In Workday, click on Menu in the upper left corner, Jobs Hub, Find Jobs. Enter the job number in the search bar, click on the job title and select Apply.

Additional information:

• The use of outside resources such as artificial intelligence (AI) software during applicant skills assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• The selection process consists of a review of your application and an evaluation of your education, experience, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials. Candidates that follow the application directions, submit what is required and provide us with credentials that showcase their skills and how they meet the minimum qualifications and preferred skills will be invited to an interview. Resumes will not replace the completed job history experience in Workday. We will only review documents that are requested. Because details are very important to us, your application materials will be evaluated for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• This recruitment may be used to fill current and future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid\-level of the salary range.
• Any offer of employment with OLCC is contingent on acceptable references and background check. This position requires a background and security check with fingerprinting to work in areas that handle confidential documents. An adverse background and failed security clearance will result in disqualification.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
• We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
• OLCC does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I\-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about OLCC

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e\-mail at OLCC.HumanResources@olcc.oregon.gov.

OLCC is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.