Job Description

Job Summary:
Performs/coordinates basic day to day functions/tasks to support the objectives and successful operation of the department and division. Responsible for preparing and submitting entry level license renewal applications, for supporting the requirements to obtain licenses for new locations or supporting the licensing process for special projects. The Licensing Specialist I is responsible for obtaining all supporting documentation and signatures and ensuring compliance with jurisdiction requirements. Responsibilities may include working directly with licensing jurisdiction and business partners.
Job Responsibilities:

Research, prepare, and submit entry level license renewals.
Research applicable rules and regulations within each state, county and city taxing jurisdiction affecting the required license applications.
As appropriate, responds and resolves basic issues and answers questions within understood policies and procedures. Represents the Department professionally and effectively when dealing with internal and external contacts.
Updates data, systems, and resources. Keeps management and staff informed of changes.
Organizes and maintains department databases and files on a variety of subjects. Participates in specific projects as requested.
May coordinate various administrative projects. Participates in gathering research and generates reports as needed. Notifies project participants on timelines and completion dates. Collaborates with customers and advises regarding issues on active projects.
May coordinate cross functionally to accomplish tasks. Interacts with team members and peers and may interact externally to provide information related to assigned tasks.

About Walgreens and WBA

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170-year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high-quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

External Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED and at least 1 year of experience working in an office.
Experience developing ways of accomplishing goals with little or no supervision, depending on oneself to complete objectives and determining when escalation of issues is necessary.
Basic level skill in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates.
Experience building and maintaining relationships within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a retail environment and/or healthcare setting
Licensing experience
Experience completing detailed documents/reports with a high level of accuracy