Job Description
Job Description
We’re seeking an experienced, people-focused Human Resources Manager to join our leadership team and help build the HR infrastructure of a fast-growing, values-driven management firm. In this role, you’ll serve as a strategic advisor, recruiter, culture builder, and compliance lead — playing a critical role in shaping how we hire, develop, and retain great people across both our corporate team and retail cannabis dispensaries.
You’ll lead full-cycle recruiting, support our leaders in building high-performing teams, and bring structure to our HR operations — all while navigating the complexities of union environments, evolving labor laws, and a highly regulated industry. This position requires exceptional discretion, strong communication, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
As the company scales, you’ll be positioned to grow into a Director of HR role, leading your own team and department. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, mission-aligned HR professional to make a lasting impact inside a company that truly values people and culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for corporate and retail roles within the cannabis industry, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding
- Build and maintain structured hiring workflows that align with company culture and growth plans
- ATS & HR Systems Management
- Manage applicant tracking systems and recruitment platforms (e.g., Gusto, KayaPush, ZipRecruiter, Monday.com)
- Ensure candidate data integrity, workflow automation, and integration across platforms
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Oversee and support staff across multiple locations, offering coaching, feedback, and personnel development
- Collaborate with department heads to address staffing needs and succession planning
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Create, update, and implement HR policies, handbooks, and SOPs in line with NYC/NYS labor laws
- Ensure consistent policy application across all retail and corporate environments
- Training & Onboarding
- Design and deliver effective training programs for new hires, management, and specialized teams
- Lead structured onboarding experiences to integrate new employees into the company culture
- Project & Change Management
- Drive HR initiatives and cross-functional projects to improve workflows, compliance, and communication
- Lead or support organizational changes with minimal disruption and strong engagement
- KPI Tracking & Reporting
- Define and track key HR performance indicators such as turnover, time-to-fill, employee engagement, and retention
- Provide leadership with regular insights and data to inform workforce decisions
- Union & Labor Relations
- Act as point person for union-related matters including contract negotiation, grievances, and compliance
- Coordinate with legal counsel and operations to ensure proper implementation of labor agreements
- Strategic HR Advising
- Serve as a trusted consultant to executive leadership on team structure, conflict resolution, and workforce planning
- Help align HR strategy with business goals in a high-growth, multi-entity environment
- Scalable HR Infrastructure
- Build systems, practices, and documentation that support the company’s continued expansion
- Ensure HR processes are sustainable and adaptable as the organization grows across new markets and dispensaries
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3–5 years of human resources experience in a unionized workplace.
- Prior experience in a startup or small business environment is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
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Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of HR best practices, employment legislation, and workplace compliance standards.
- Familiarity with labor relations and collective bargaining processes in unionized settings.
- Skills:
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Tech-Savvy:
- Proficient in using HR software platforms (e.g., HRIS systems) and remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Trello).
- Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
- Demonstrated experience or strong passion for fostering diverse and inclusive work environments.
- Understanding of justice-involvement issues is a significant plus.
Why Join Us?
- Pioneering Impact: Join a trailblazing company at the forefront of the legal cannabis industry, where your work directly supports community empowerment and social impact.
- Limitless Growth: As one of the early movers in a rapidly expanding market, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional advancement. You'll help shape the future—not only of your department but of the company as a whole.
- Build the Future: Play a key role in developing our next generation of leaders while building out foundational HR systems and strategies. Your contributions will influence both internal growth and broader community development.
Company DescriptionWe are proud to be a minority-owned and justice-involved business, committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and social equity in the cannabis industry. Our team is driven by a shared mission to not only provide top-quality products to our customers but also to change the stigma of cannabis in our communities.
Working with us means you'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued and your voice matters. You'll have the chance to be a part of history as we shape the future of cannabis retail in one of the world's most vibrant cities.
Company Description
We are proud to be a minority-owned and justice-involved business, committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and social equity in the cannabis industry. Our team is driven by a shared mission to not only provide top-quality products to our customers but also to change the stigma of cannabis in our communities.\r\n\r\nWorking with us means you'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued and your voice matters. You'll have the chance to be a part of history as we shape the future of cannabis retail in one of the world's most vibrant cities.