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Cannabis Compliance Manager at Vireo Growth in Elk River, MN
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Job Description
Who we are:
At Vireo Health, we’re not just another cannabis company—we’re a movement. Founded by physicians and driven by innovation, we blend science, technology, and passion to create top-tier cannabis products and experiences. Our team of 500+ bold creators and trailblazers are shaping the future of the industry, and we want you to be part of it.
We take pride in being one of the most diverse and inclusive workplaces in cannabis, fostering a culture where everyone belongs. Through employee engagement, community events, and non-profit partnerships, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a community.
As we rapidly expand nationwide, we’re looking for talented, driven, and passionate people to join us. If you’re ready to turn your passion into a career, let’s grow the future together.
What the role is about:
We are seeking an energetic and experienced Compliance Manager to join our team! The Compliance Manager oversees and manages the compliance program across the company's retail, cultivation, and manufacturing facilities. This role is responsible for auditing site-level compliance, providing corrective action guidance, managing regulatory relationships, and partnering with legal counsel and site managers to ensure the company operates in full alignment with all applicable state and local cannabis regulations.
If you are someone who has passion for compliance and cannabis, then come grow your career with Goodness Growth!
What impact you’ll make:
Build, maintain, and continuously improve the company's compliance program across all retail, cultivation, and manufacturing facilities
Review and evaluate compliance policies, procedures, and related issues, escalating gaps or risks as needed
Plan, develop, review, administer, and revise the company's standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standards of conduct to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct
Develop and maintain a company-wide compliance audit form/checklist to standardize evaluations across all site types
Conduct weekly site audits at retail, cultivation, and manufacturing locations to verify adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and internal standards
Manage the implementation and maintenance of the compliance software platform
Draft after-action reports following each audit or incident, documenting findings, root causes, and recommended corrective actions
Ensure thorough investigation of incidents where compliance or safety is compromised, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventative actions
Track corrective action plans through to completion, verifying that identified issues are resolved
Serve as a primary point of contact with the Office of Cannabis Management, Minnesota Department of Agriculture and other relevant local and state regulatory bodies
Attend state and local inspections and meetings with regulators and inspectors, as needed
Review inspection findings, notices of non-compliance, citations, fines, or warning letters, and prepare written responses and corrective action plans
Manage and track license applications and renewals, change requests, and other activities required to obtain or maintain licensure for all facility types at the state and local level
Stay current on Minnesota cannabis regulations, pending legislative changes, and evolving industry best practices
Work closely with legal counsel on regulatory interpretation, risk assessment, enforcement matters, and documentation of compliance decisions
Partner cross-functionally with site managers across retail, cultivation, and manufacturing operations to ensure day-to-day practices meet compliance standards
Coach and support site managers in addressing compliance gaps and building sustainable compliance habits within their teams
Coordinate with cultivation, manufacturing, and retail leadership to stay ahead of operational changes that may carry compliance implications
Design and deliver compliance training programs for employees across all site types, including onboarding and ongoing refresher training
Maintain accurate records of employee compliance training completion
Oversee document storage and retention practices, ensuring compliance records, SOPs, audit reports, and regulatory correspondence are organized, secure, and retained per legal and regulatory requirements
Complete all required medical, state, and company training in a timely manner
Take direction and feedback from senior leadership while advising on compliance operations
Communicate effectively with team members using company tools (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, email, etc.)
Maintain regular, reliable attendance, as this is essential to the role
Uphold the company's mission, core values, and high ethical standards in all interactions
Other duties as assigned
What you’ve accomplished:
1–5 years of compliance experience required; cannabis or other highly regulated industry experience preferred
Previous experience creating and editing SOPs
Experience with licensing processes and tracking state cannabis compliance/licensing requirements
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines with minimal oversight
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Research skills
Ability to communicate professionally with state and local regulators
Ability to use standard office equipment and computer software
Continuously open to constructive, developmental feedback
Must pass all required background checks (pre-employment/post-offer)
Must be and remain compliant with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry
Must be 21 years of age or older
Requires open availability across days, nights, and weekends; reliable, responsible, and dependable attendance
Ability to stand for extended periods, climb a ladder, and move/handle boxes of product or fixtures (up to 50 lbs) throughout the facility
What we offer:
- Compensation: $85,000-90,000 salary depending on experience
- Competitive benefits offered: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA Dependent Care, life that begin on the first of the month after you start
- 401k program with a 3% employer match after six months of employment
- 15 days of accrued PTO in addition to two wellness days & volunteer hours in your first year
Why Choose Vireo?
Life’s too short to work somewhere that doesn’t ignite your passion. The cannabis industry is fast-paced, innovative, and full of opportunity—where science meets creativity, and wellness meets culture.
At Vireo Health, we’re pioneering the future of cannabis with a team that’s as dynamic as the industry itself. Here, you’ll find a workplace that’s collaborative, inclusive, and driven by HEART and purpose, where your work has a real impact on people’s lives.
Whether you’re cultivating the highest-quality plants, crafting cutting-edge products, or shaping unforgettable customer experiences, you’ll be part of something bigger. If you’re looking for a career that’s exciting, meaningful, and full of growth, let’s build the future of cannabis together.
✅ A Growing Industry: Work at the leading tech company in the cannabis industry and help shape the future ✅ Passionate Culture: Join a team that truly cares about the plant, the people, and the purpose behind what we do ✅ Employee Perks: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, paid time off and employee discounts ✅ Making an Impact: We’re committed to education, sustainability, and giving back to the communities we serve.
EEO Statement Vireo Health, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. www.vireohealth.com