JOB SUMMARY:

The Retail Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that assigned retail stores are operating in compliance with state and local ordinances, rules and regulations.

JOB DUTIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Ensure retail stores and systems are in line with state and local compliance.

Communicates with state regulators and inspectors as needed.

Responsible for providing a high level of compliance to all staff members regarding inventory control, security, and safety.

Review and prepare corrective action plans for the state inspector.

Audit all required state logs and forms in the retail stores.

Conduct regular internal compliance audits.

Participate in retail meetings and train retail area managers on regulatory compliance standards and good operational compliance habits.

Review and approve the Company's SOPs and work instructions.

Working knowledge of Metrc and/or Biotrack

Working knowledge of the point of sales system, Dutchie.

Input, monitor, and audit all data in the state-required cannabis tracking system (METRC).

Analyze and report any discrepancies to managers & retail leadership and coordinate the correction of errors.

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to create and maintain compliance checklists for each department; ensure compliance is built into retail SOPs.

Be the primary point of contact for all external audits for assigned retail locations; follow up on any outstanding items to ensure accuracy.

Stay current with state and local laws pertaining to operations and ensure compliance with such laws; update compliance documentation and processes as regulations and laws change.

Regularly Correspond with METRC and Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) to seek guidance on law interpretation and document all correspondence.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

2 years of experience in compliance or quality control.

Cannabis industry experience is preferred, but not required.

Ability to use and manage METRC and retail POS, Dutchie.

Microsoft efficient, with the ability to learn new software.

Ability to read and understand laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.

Excellent organizational skills, and ability to develop and implement operational best practices.

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with regulating bodies.

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships with internal and external contacts.

High attention to detail, and experience inputting and reporting on high volumes of data.

Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a background check.

Must be able to obtain & maintain required state licenses based on work location.

Must be able and willing to travel to various site locations within the state on a weekly and monthly basis. We have 3 dispensaries in South Boston.