Cannabis Compliance Manager

Compliance Manager

At Vireo Health, we're not just another cannabis companywe'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 businesswe'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.

Role Overview

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 Vireo Health!

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

Qualifications

15 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 opportunitywhere 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.