Working Title: Pharmacy Surveyor
Job Class: Pharmacy Surveyor
Agency: Pharmacy Board
Job ID : 92723
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes/mobile worker
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/11/2026
Closing Date : 03/31/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pharmacy Board / Pharmacy Bd-Hlth Tmt Prf
Division/Unit : Pharmacy Office Manager / Surveyors
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $57.35 - $84.36 / hourly; $119,746 - $176,143 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll 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.
This position's purpose is to protect the public from adulterated, misbranded, and illicit drugs and to provide the public reasonable assurance of professional competency in the practice of pharmacy. To survey and evaluate the practice of pharmacy and drug distribution and to complete inspections according to agency authority and policy. To educate pharmacists and other health care professionals and to promote compliance with all regulations and standards of pharmacy practice and with all applicable state and federal laws. To serve as a resource for knowledge in specialized fields of pharmacy practice; and to identify and promote necessary changes in practice.
The employee in this position will conduct onsite inspections of pharmacies, drug manufacturers, drug wholesaler, medical gas distributors, and controlled substance research facilities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and standards of practice. During inspections, the employee will work with facility personnel to develop a plan to bring the facility into compliance with laws, rules and standards of practice, as necessary. The employee will complete inspection reports and will notify the Board's management of any serious violations.
Additionally, the employee will investigate complaints that allege that an individual or business licensed by the Board has violated applicable laws, rules, or standards of practice. During an investigation, the employee will interview facility personnel, review records, and collect evidence as necessary. The employee will prepare a written investigation report that will be reviewed by the Board's Complaint Review panel. The employee will provide testimony, as necessary, before the Board, the Board's Committee on Professional Standards, an administrative law judge, or the state's Court of Appeals.
Pharmacy Surveyors serve as a consultant for licensees and registrants who request the Board's assistance in developing plans, policies, and procedures that will allow the licensee or registrant to comply with applicable statutes, rules, and standards of practice. The employee will also assist the Board and the Executive Director in the development of policies, rules and proposals for statutory changes. These duties may require the employee to research issues by reviewing professional journals, the statutes and rules of the federal government or other states, the standards developed by national associations or accreditation organizations and other relevant materials
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Current Minnesota Pharmacy License* or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment
Five (5) years of practicing as a pharmacist in a Minnesota licensed dispensing, compounding, or hospital pharmacy
Knowledge of state and federal pharmacy and drug laws
Good communication skills to carry out functions related to interpersonal relationships with pharmacists and other health care professionals
Ability to prioritize numerous duties and tasks with varied timelines
Ability to travel frequently within the State of Minnesota with 30%-50% of time spent in overnight travel*
For information regarding Minnesota licensure requirements and reciprocity considerations, contact Minnesota Board of Pharmacy at 651-201-2825.
**Travel expenses are reimbursed.
Preferred Qualifications
Ten (10) years of experience practicing as a pharmacist in a dispensing, compounding, or hospital setting in the State of Minnesota
Three (3) years as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) of a Minnesota pharmacy
Five (5) years of patient facing practice experience within retail or other dispensing pharmacy practice areas
Experience and skills regarding inspection, investigational techniques and root cause analysis
Experience with formal policy and procedure review and revision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including presentation software, Teams, Outlook, Excel and Word
Physical Requirements
Ability to:
Work 40 hours per week and work infrequently outside of normal business hours
Regularly use computer for extended periods of time
Participate in meetings both in person and remotely on a regular basis
Carry small items such as laptops, folders, and documents, and to move 10-25 lbs.
Regularly sit, stand, climb, bent, and reach, and operate a registered vehicle during the exercise of duties
Additional Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring processes.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
