Human Resources Manager - New Jersey

Who We Are Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is a vertically integrated cannabis cultivator, processor, and provisioning center operator with assets in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

We seek to foster a robust and inclusive cannabis industry through a premium, unmatched customer-focused retail experience.

We are looking to build a world-class team that will help carry out our mission of helping to shape the future of cannabis as a leading healthcare solution.

We are committed to improving the quality of our patients' lives by offering unrivaled quality, consistency, and meticulously curated products that satisfy our customers' unique, individual needs.

When it comes to the customer service experience, our dispensaries will set a new standard of excellence, emphasizing health and wellness by a highly knowledgeable team.

A team that is committed to our values, our people, and our communities; we are looking for people who are inspired by our vision and stay dedicated to our mission as we continuously expand.

The Role As our Human Resources Manager - Retail, you'll be the driving force behind our mission to provide top-notch service, outstanding products, and an exceptional experience for both our valued customers and dedicated employees.

From leading a diverse team of dispensary professionals to onboarding, training, and performance management strategies, you'll have the chance to showcase your unparalleled skills and creativity.

You'll have a direct hand in propelling our brand to new heights while ensuring that each dispensary location maintains its unique charm and local flair.

You will report directly to the Director of Human Resources.

Location: This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside in either New Jersey and ideally be within a comfortable commute to at least 1 store location.

This position requires up to 50% travel between dispensary locations in the market.

Key Responsibilities Provide expert consultation to assigned customer organizations and make recommendations on key HR strategies, initiatives, issues, and programsCollaborate with cross-functional partners to address a variety of topics such as business and workforce planning, performance management, and organizational developmentCollaborate with other HR professionals and line managers to develop effective solutions and strategies to support key objectivesCounsel assigned customer organizations on interpretation and application of relevant policies and regulations for situation-specific issuesFacilitate resolution of HR concerns and advise on alternative approaches to resolving issues and opportunities for improvementSupport and/or lead basic HR process improvements and HR projects, with effective change management principlesProvide thoughtful and tactful communications with the utmost of diplomacy, treating others with dignity and respect, while maintaining the highest level of confidentialityPartner with VP of Human...