Washington state is hiring experienced pot growers

TACOMA, Wash. - Washington state is looking to hire people who know how to grow quality marijuana.  State officials met with interested companies this week at a convention center in Tacoma.

Back in November, Washington state residents approved recreational use of marijuana.  Now the state is moving forward with plans to establish a supply chain along with stores.

The state is looking to hire people to help in four categories:

1. Product Industry Knowledge
2. Product Quality Standards and Testing
3. Product Usage and Consumption Validation
4. Product Regulation

Washington state has allocated $100,000 this year alone to hire 'marijuana consultants' for the Washington State Liquor Control Board.  The state is taking proposals from companies until February 15.