Executive Director Cannabis Expungement Board

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Working Title: Executive Director Cannabis Expungement Board

Job Class: Executive Director, Cannabis Expungement Board

Agency: Cannabis Expungement Board

• Job ID: 97332
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes - up to 2 days per week
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/30/2026
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Cannabis Expungement Board / Cannabis Exp Brd-Managerial
• Division/Unit: Cannabis Expungement Board / Cannabis Expungement Board
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $50.04 - $71.75 / hourly; $104,483 - $149,814 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

The work youll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Cannabis Expungement Board (CEB) was created by the Legislature in 2023 as part of Minnesotas adult-use cannabis law. The Board reviews felony and certain misdemeanor cannabis convictions that were not automatically expunged and decides whether each should be expunged, vacated, and dismissed, or resentenced to a lesser offense. It then notifies the judicial branch of eligible individuals. The Board has five members: the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court or designee, the Attorney General or designee, a public defender, the Commissioner of Corrections or designee, and a public member with experience in victims rights advocacy.

The Executive Director is the agencys chief executive. The position serves at the pleasure of the Board in the unclassified service (Minn. Stat. § 609A.06, subd. 2). The Executive Director leads a staff of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals. The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the Boards statutory mandate accurately, efficiently, and with integrity. The work includes agency operations, Board governance support, case review, legislative and external relations, and accountability to the public and the Legislature.

Agency leadership and operations

• Lead, supervise, and develop CEB staff; set priorities, performance expectations, and a healthy, accountable workplace culture.

• Manage the agency budget, contracts, interagency agreements, human resources, and administrative operations in compliance with state law and policy.

• Build and maintain the internal systems, standard operating procedures, and data infrastructure needed to move cases through review at volume and with consistent quality.

Support to the Board

• Serve as the Boards principal staff and advisor; prepare agendas and materials for at least monthly public meetings conducted under the Open Meeting Law.

• Carry out Board decisions and direction, and keep the Board informed of operations, risks, and progress.

• Develop, for Board review and approval, the procedures that govern how the Board sets priorities, including how legislative proposals are developed and approved.

Case review and statutory mandate

• Oversee identification and review of eligible cases, including the public-interest analysis and Board determinations required under Minn. Stat. § 609A.06.

• Ensure victims receive required notice and a meaningful opportunity to be heard.

• Coordinate with the judicial branch, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, prosecutors, public defenders, and other partners so determinations are filed and carried out accurately.

Legislative and external relations

• Develop legislative proposals in collaboration with the Board, obtain Governors Office approval, work with the Revisor of Statutes on bill drafts, and testify before legislative committees as the Boards spokesperson.

• Build working relationships with legislators and committee staff, state agencies, the courts, county attorneys, community organizations, and people with cannabis-related records.

• Serve as the agencys public representative with media and the community.

Accountability and reporting

• Track and report performance measures, including case volume, outcomes, and equity measures, and prepare required reports to the Legislature.

• Plan for the Boards eventual completion of its work, including records management and transition of remaining obligations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. A cover letter is strongly encouraged.

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in law, criminal justice, or public administration.

• A JD or Masters Degree in a related field may substitute for 18 months of experience, and a bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience

• Demonstrated leadership experience, which may include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI or SLI) or similar.

• Knowledge of expungement law and the criminal justice system, as required by Minn. Stat. §609A.06, subd. 2.

• Experience managing an organizational budget, operations, or major program with accountability for results.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex legal and policy issues clearly, in writing and orally, to boards, elected officials, and the public.

• Demonstrated ability to build trust and work effectively across courts, law enforcement, prosecutors, state agencies, advocates, and communities most affected by cannabis criminalization.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Juris doctorate or masters degree in public administration, public policy, criminal justice, law, or a related field.

• Executive leadership of a public safety, corrections, or law enforcement organization, including oversight of budgets, labor relations, and large or complex workforces.

• Experience leading a state agency, board, or commission, or reporting to a governing board.

• Minnesota criminal law knowledge and work experience, including criminal procedure, expungement, sentencing, and post-conviction practice.

• Law enforcement knowledge or experience, including law enforcement leadership.

• Experience working with or on behalf of crime victims or implementing victim notification and participation rights.

• Experience with Minnesotas legislative process, state budget process, and state human resources and procurement requirements.

• Experience leading high-volume, data-driven case processing or review operations.

Additional Requirements

All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant successfully passing a background check, which may include, but not limited to, a criminal background check and employment history/reference checks. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify a candidate; the Board considers the nature of any offense and its relationship to the position.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us or 651-361-7307.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us.

About Cannabis Expungement Board

The Minnesota Cannabis Expungement Board (CEB) is a new executive branch agency dedicated to the review of cannabis felonies for expungement or resentencing. To learn more about the CEB, visit the website.

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• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, youll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• 12 paid holidays each year

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

• Fertility care, including IVF

• Diabetes care

• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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