Cannabis Dispensary Manager

The City of Grand Rapids is hiring for a full-time Cannabis Dispensary Manager.  Under the moderate supervision of the City Administrator, the Cannabis Dispensary Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising the daily operations of the cannabis store, including store operations, sales, physical plant, and personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee daily operations:  inventory management, cash handling, shift coverage, and ensuring service excellence. 
2. Perform inventory management functions, such as product ordering, determine which products and brands to carry based on sales history and trends and maintains adequate inventory levels; Monitoring the inventory of cannabis product; and sets pricing to ensure profitability.  
3. Perform retail operations by operating and maintaining the POS system; Reconcile sales to receipts, prepare bank statements, and submit daily cash and sales records; Assure completion of all transactions and the proper control of all cash and media according to cannabis policies and procedures; Reviews and authorizes 
4. Train and educate customer service staff, salespeople ("Budtenders"), and security staff.  Monitor the activities of employees, to ensure a safe and secure work environment. 
5. Plan and order merchandise so as to maintain a balanced stock and product layout to meet customer needs. 
6. Coordinate monthly ads, proof and approved.  Maintain stores Facebook page.  Select and proof items for online advertising.
7. Provide employee orientation through discussions on product knowledge, by setting an example on how to sell products to the customer, and by providing training and guidance on all polices and procedures.
8. Responsible for product placements, case displays, and security of product according to internal policies and State regulatory laws. 
9. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required

• Knowledge of cannabis laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Strong leadership, supervision, and team development skills
• Experience with inventory systems and POS platforms
• Financial management and reporting skills
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Please see the attached job description for additional job duties, and other skills required for the position.  

Education and/or Experience:  

High School Diploma or equivalent.  Ganjier Product Specialist Certification, or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hiring.  Three (3) years employment experience in the cannabis industry.  Two (2) years direct supervisory experience of three or more employees.  Ability to obtain (or already possess, if applicable):  Minnesota Cannabis Worker Registration / License (as required by OCM), Eligibility to work in a licensed cannabis facility. 

2026 Salary Range:   Grade 16, with a 2026 salary range of $44.99 to $61.64 per hour.  

FLSA Stataus:  Exempt. 

Summary of Benefits:   100% employer paid premium for health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance for single or family plan, PERA Pension, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement.

Application Process:  Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a City of Grand Rapids employment application to Chery Pierzina, Human Resources Officer at cpierzina@grandrapidsmn.gov.  The application deadline is Friday, June 26, 2026,  at noon.  

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background check, pre-employment drug testing, pre-employment psychological exam, City Council appointment, and all other pre-employment conditions.    

City of Grand Rapids - Human Resources
420 North Pokegama Avenue                                 
Grand Rapids, MN  55744-2662
www.cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
(218) 326-7606 phone

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.