The City of Elk River is seeking an experienced and motivated Cannabis Store Manager to assist in the launch and ongoing operations of our new cannabis retail store. This role will manage full-time and part-time employees. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and supervising daily operations, ensuring top-tier customer service, promoting sound business practices and financial success, and ensuring the legal sale of cannabis products.
The starting annual salary is $86,533. The 2025 salary range has five steps, with a typical step change yearly based on performance ($86,533 - $101,804).
For benefits information see our employment website.
- Must pass a criminal history background investigation and psychological examination.
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11 : 59PM.
Communication for this position will be through email. You will receive an email shortly after you complete your application. If you do not receive this email, check your spam / junk folder. If the email is there, mark it as not spam (or however this works through your email provider) so that you can stay informed as we go through the hiring process. Emails provided by and hidden through Indeed will not work with our system and you will not receive responses. Please apply with your normal email address.The City of Elk River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you need accommodation with the application process, contact Human Resources at 763-635-1000.
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Cannabis Store Manager Position Description
Department / Division : Business Services
Immediate Supervisor : Retail Operations Manager
Pay Grade : 7E
FLSA Status : Exempt
Last Updated : (date) 2 / 2025
Positions Supervised : Full-time Cannabis Store Clerk, Part-time Cannabis Store Clerk
Position Summary :
The Cannabis Store Manager is responsible to coordinate and supervise the daily operations of the cannabis store in a manner which results in good customer service, sound business practices, financial success, and the controlled legal sale of cannabis products.
Essential Job Functions
Manages the operation of the municipal cannabis store including operations, sales, physical plant, and personnel.Ensures outstanding customer service by providing a friendly and courteous environment, solid product knowledge, and maintaining all other components of exceptional customer service.Monitors and comply with city ordinances and state regulations regarding the sale of cannabis.Ensures the compliance of all cannabis store policies, procedures, and practices; and supports security and loss control efforts.Maintains strong product knowledge of store inventory to assist and advise customers in selection of various brands of flower, edible products, etc.Performs inventory management functions.Product ordering – determines which products and brands to carry based on sales history and trends and maintains adequate inventory levels.
Assists in setting of prices for merchandise sales to ensure profitability.Receives incoming shipment of goods, processes returns to vendors, stocks merchandise on shelves, in coolers and in storeroom, and sets up displays of merchandise to promote sales and interest in products.Updates inventory records and retrieve data from the store's point-of-sale management system.Conducts, compares, and verifies merchandise inventory counts periodically.Performs retail operations.Directs and coordinates financial controls on daily operations :
Effectively operates and maintains the POS system.
Reconciles sales to receipts, prepares bank deposits, and submits daily cash and sales records.Assures completion of all transactions and the proper control of all cash and media according to cannabis policies and procedures.Reviews and authorizes all vendor requests for disbursement.Reviews all daily, weekly, and monthly financial and inventory reports.Performs proper store opening and closing procedures.Assists in planning and directing the business retail operations including forecasting sales and profit margins.Assists in developing an operating plan and budget that projects revenues, expenses, and profits along with capital expenditures.Assists in controlling expenses while maintaining an acceptable profit margin.Assists with special projects, which may include marketing and promotional plans, social media, in-store events, committees, and external events.Supervises housekeeping, security, and overall maintenance of buildings, surrounding grounds, and all equipment.Performs supervision activities.Assists in the recruitment and selection of prospective employees for hire.
Trains staff and ensures compliance with cannabis operations law, policies, and procedures.Develops and posts employee work schedules. Ensures adequate coverage for all hours of operation. Responds to employee questions during hours of operation.Supervises, reviews, and evaluates staff. Performs timely annual performance reviews of all employees supervised.Recommends and administers discipline for those employees who do not adhere to city policies or have work performance issues.Ensures store employees comply with all city policies.Performs other essential job duties.Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as become apparent or as delegated.
Regular and timely work attendance.Participates in safety training and follows all safety procedures.Increases and maintains knowledge and management skills by attending seminars, conferences, etc. to stay current with market evaluations, techniques and new laws and regulations.Maintains good public relations; resolves any complaints from customers, suppliers and employees.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of products, profit margins, overhead.Complete and thorough knowledge of inventory management system.Skill in operating a cash register, computer, and calculator.Ability to supervise employees.Ability to communicate positively and effectively with customers and employees.Ability to effectively implement change.Ability to attend seminars and classes as directed.Ability to work a variety of hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.Ability to lift 50 pounds.Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.Three years experience as a head cashier or above in a medium to large size retail operation.One year supervisory experience.Valid driver’s license and good driving record.Ganjier Product Specialist certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.Preferred Qualifications
Degree in business, marketing, or related field.Municipal management experience.Cannabis product knowledge.Ganjier Product Specialist certification or similar.Physical Requirements
Essential Frequency
Bending or Stooping
Daily
Carrying Objects
Daily
Carrying Objects
Daily
Computer Operation
Daily
Crouching or Kneeling
Daily
Lift 50 lbs. to Waist Level and Carry
Frequently
Lifting Objects Above Shoulder
Daily
Lifting Objects Floor to Knee
Daily
Lifting Objects Knee to Waist
Daily
Lifting Objects Waist to Shoulder
Daily
Operating a Vehicle
Daily
Operation of Telephone
Daily
Pushing / Pulling
Daily
Requires Depth Vision
Daily
Requires Far Vision
Daily
Requires Fine Motor Skills
Daily
Requires Good Hearing
Daily
Requires Good Vision
Daily
Requires Large Motor Skills
Daily
Requires Near Vision
Daily
Requires Peripheral Vision
Daily
Requires Sense of Touch
Daily
Sitting
Daily
Standing and Walking
Daily
Twisting / Turning
Daily
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11 : 59PM.
This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River’s discretion to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.
This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.
Salary : $86,533 - $101,804
