Compliance Manager

Description

Dutchess Cannabis is seeking an experienced Manager of Retail Compliance to support locations in the state of Ohio. The Manager of Retail Compliance will have a basic knowledge of the cannabis industry. Ideally candidates will possess a minimum of 2+ years experience, and have direct experience working within the cannabis regulatory environment in the state of Ohio.

JOB SUMMARY: The Manager of Retail Compliance will be responsible for working with the Director of Compliance and cross-functional business partners in the development and implementation of the organization's Compliance Program in the state of Ohio.

The Manager of Retail Compliance will have demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced organizational structure and experience with Compliance Program development and process improvement. This position will report to the Director of Compliance.

*Flexibility to travel to multi-state retail locations is required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for retail compliance with applicable state, county and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations within the organization's retail business units.
• Serves as a compliance point of contact for the organization's Ohio Retail initiatives and support for other business unit needs as appropriate.
• Performs audits and monitoring of Retail business units, conducting monthly retail documentation reviews and quarterly comprehensive retail store audits.
• Assists in the investigations and remediation of compliance concerns, issues, or violations.
• Maintains an organized calendar of compliance deadlines, audits, training, and persistently tracks outstanding requirements through completion.
• Assists with the response to regulatory agency inquiries and investigations as appropriate.
• Assists with the development and implementation of a compliance training and education program tailored to the Retail business unit.
• Prepares and submits documentation required for regulatory approvals and coordinates the inspection process with regulatory agencies as needed.
• Prepares and presents a monthly compliance meeting with stakeholders.
• Serves as the subject matter expert on current and prospective regulations and provides compliance regulatory advice to internal business partners, including providing regular updates on emerging regulatory issues, trends, and other developments.
• Own all assigned action items through completion. This includes proactive follow-up, obstacle resolution, stakeholder engagement, and escalation if necessary.
• Travels among the Company's multi-state Retail facilities, including training.
• Additional duties as assigned.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Dutchess, we are setting new standards for service, innovation, and customer satisfaction in every interaction. We are the crown jewel of cannabis!

Our focus at Dutchess is all about the customer. We are consumer-centric, cannabis enthusiasts, who are enthusiastic about providing our clients with exceptional service and premium quality products. Our work together will allow us to:

• Foster an environment where every customer feels valued, creating a community united by quality cannabis.

• Create opportunities in the communities we serve through the expansion of our retail locations.

• Pioneer innovation by continuously pushing the boundaries to enhance the cannabis experience and meet evolving consumer needs with cutting-edge bud.

EEO STATEMENT

Rubino, LLC and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring / hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Ohio cannabis sector experience required.

• Experience in Metrc required; experience in dutchie preferred.

• Understanding of applicable state and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives, and standard operating procedures.

• Team player, ability to problem-solve, self-motivated and strong work ethic.

• Must have excellent organization and time management skills.

• Persistency and Accountability: Ability to maintain focus on outstanding obligations and corrective actions while managing multiple priorities.

• Must be and remain compliant with all regulatory requirements for working in the cannabis industry.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to anticipate compliance risks, and consult the appropriate stakeholders to enact mitigation strategies proactively.

• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and work ethics and a commitment to upholding organizational values.

• Ability to travel to facilities throughout the organization's footprint, as needed.