What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispensary Assistant General Manager position at Elevated Roots?
Overview
Elevated Roots is looking for a hands-on, people-focused Assistant General Manager to support daily store operations, lead the sales team, and ensure a consistent, compliant, and exceptional guest experience. The AGM is the #2 leader in the store and acts as the Manager on Duty when the Store Manager is off-site.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, loves developing teams, and is confident balancing sales floor leadership with operational and compliance responsibilities.
What You’ll Do:
Lead & Develop Teams
- Coach, mentor, and support Sales Leads and Associates.
- Run daily team huddles and communicate priorities.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training.
- Act as Store Manager when needed.
Deliver an Elevated Guest Experience - Support escalated guest interactions, ID issues, and complex returns.
- Ensure consistent service, product knowledge, and compliance on the sales floor.
- Uphold Elevated Roots’ brand pillars and store culture.
Support Operations & Compliance - Verify deliveries, invoices, and compliance documents.
- Upload manifests and required paperwork to state portals.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure audit-ready compliance.
- Support METRC accuracy (view/verify level).
- Assist with merchandising, menu updates, labeling, and vendor activations.
Store Operations - Open/close the store, complete checklists, and oversee tills and deposits.
- Monitor register accuracy and cash-handling procedures.
- Ensure proper staffing and manage coverage during call-outs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant store environment.
Pay range: $60000 to $70000 per year
Required skills
- 2 years of cannabis or high-volume retail leadership experience.
- Strong understanding of CCC regulations and compliance.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
- Experience with POS systems, METRC (view/verify), and basic computer tools.
- Reliable, professional, and highly organized.
- Must be 21 and pass required background checks and CCC training.
Preferred seniority
Overall: Mid-level (2-5 years) or higher
Cannabis industry: Some (1-2 years) or higher
Benefits:
At Elevated Roots, we believe our people are the heartbeat of the brand. We’re building a team that grows together — personally, professionally, and creatively. From day one, every employee is part of a community rooted in respect, collaboration, and purpose.
Here’s what we offer:
- Competitive pay and opportunities for real career growth in a rapidly expanding company
- Comprehensive health coverage — medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you feeling your best
- Paid time off and holidays, because rest is part of success
- Employee discounts
- A diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture where authenticity is celebrated
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and advancement pathways for every role
- Team events, community partnerships, and plenty of good vibes — inside and outside the workplace
We’re not just shaping the future of cannabis — we’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel proud of what they do.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000