PORTLAND, Ore. – The Oregon Cannabis Commission (OCC) is seeking candidates to fill open positions. The OCC provides advice to Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission regarding Oregon Administrative Rules that govern medical cannabis, as well as retail cannabis, as it pertains to patients and caregivers. More information can be found on the OCC’s website at www.healthoregon.org/cannabiscommission. The OCC governor-appointed positions are defined in 475C.930 and consist of the state health officer or designee and an eight-member panel. Members serve a term of four years each. OCC is looking to fill three vacant positions: an attending provider as defined in ORS 475C.777; a local health officer, as described in ORS 431.418; and a person knowledgeable about research proposal grant protocols. To apply, complete the electronic application on the governor’s Boards and Commissions website at https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Pages/board-list.aspx. Note that only completed applications will be processed and considered for appointment. The application site lists items needed to apply, including: Uploaded resume (PDF only). Uploaded short personal bio. Responses to the general application and background questions. Those unable to complete the form electronically should contact the Executive Appointments Office at [email protected] for assistance. For more information or questions, email the board administrator, Megan Lockwood, at [email protected].