Assistant Director II

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4/27/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-01702

Assistant Director II

Pay Grade 19

Salary

$69,582.00 - $104,373.84 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Office of the Secretary

Location

500 Mero Street

Frankfort, KY 40621 USA

The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

If you have experience leading program development and supporting staff growth, this Assistant Director II position with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services may be a good fit.

The Assistant Director II position supports Kentucky’s medical cannabis program by helping individuals with qualifying medical conditions gain safe, regulated access to medical cannabis. Within the Licensing and Access Division, this role oversees the licensing of medical cannabis businesses, practitioners, and the issuance of registry identification cards that enable patients to purchase from licensed dispensaries. The position is responsible for managing and analyzing division operations to ensure compliance with all policies and regulations, while leading staff in the execution of licensing and patient access functions. This role offers the opportunity to apply strong leadership, management, and communication skills to deliver essential services that directly benefit residents of the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Interprets Kentucky Medical Cannabis polices and regulations and communicates program requirements to staff, providers, patients, and the public.
• Provides technical guidance on licensing and patient access to medicinal cannabis practitioners, qualified patients, agency staff, and stakeholders.
• Recommends, develops, and implements branch operational policies and procedures.
• Reviews medical records to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepares, reviews, and ensures accuracy of reports and written correspondence.
• Represents the branch in meetings and serves on committees as assigned.
• Conducts training sessions and mentors staff to support professional development.
• Develops and delivers presentations to audiences of varying sizes and backgrounds.
• Assists in the development, evaluation and interpretation of program policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Skills

• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on respect, active listening, and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply complex information.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Critical thinking skills and sound decision making abilities.
• Proficiency in computer applications and administrative functions.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including dependability, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  
  

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E- Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/ .

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of administrative or management experience, two of which must include direct supervision of personnel.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kirstin Bohnert at kirstin.bohnert@ky.gov or 502-564-7792.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D