COMPANY:

We are setting the industry standard to influence and inspire through our innovative methods. We merge together cannabis culture with cutting-edge technology to deliver the best possible customer and employee experience(s).

The company operates a fully integrated cannabis business with a footprint that covers the entire breadth of the state of California; the world's largest cannabis market. We control our supply chain from cultivation to retail, which enables us to deliver clean and tested cannabis products at unmatched prices.

Our mission is to provide the one-stop-shop cannabis experience by offering exceptional customer experience service and diversified products. We strive to build long-term customer loyalty.

Job Summary:

We're seeking an energetic Research Analyst to assist our Retail Expansion team with helping our employees develop their skills and knowledge. Your goal as the Research Analyst will be to research the cannabis business expansion opportunities on a national level and be able to monitor, track and represent our company in order to write and submit business applications. You must be highly organized, proficient in time management, and possess excellent public speaking skills. The ideal candidate will also be punctual, detail-oriented, trustworthy, and willing to flex into a new role at any given moment. Cannabis Industry experience is a plus!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Research cannabis business expansion opportunities in CA and nationally
• Monitor, track, and provide summaries of municipal and regulatory meetings in memo format
• Provide summaries of ordinances and municipal codes in a memo format to be distributed to multiple department
• Represent the company while contacting various jurisdictions to determine timeline of allowing cannabis businesses
• Assist in writing cannabis business applications
• Identify and anticipate potential issues that may impact business operations
• Additional tasks as may be required by management

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to analyze legislation
• Ability to accurately and concisely summarize ordinances and legislative discussions
• Strong writing skills and experience in writing cannabis applications
• Strong time management
• Critical thinking

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• Understanding of local and state law making processes
• Understanding the structure of local municipalities
• Understanding of the permitting requirements for cannabis businesses
• Cannabis Industry Experience Highly Preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities
• Be able to stand and sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, squat, and twist

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90058: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• This position is 100% onsite M-F in Vernon, CA. Are you comfortable commuting to 90058?
• Are you at least 21 years old? (Cannabis regulations require us to ask)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Local & State Law: 2 years (Preferred)
• Local Municipalities: 2 years (Preferred)
• Permitting for Cannabis Companies: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cannabis Industry: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location