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Assistant Manager – Recreational Cannabis Dispensary
Downtown Sterling, Colorado
Full-Time | In-Person
Reports To: General Manager / Owner
Current Colorado MED Badge Required
About the Role:
Join the leadership team at a brand-new recreational cannabis dispensary in downtown Sterling! We're seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to help build a best-in-class dispensary operation. This is a unique opportunity to grow with the company from day one.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee daily store operations and support the General Manager
- Supervise budtenders, delegate tasks, and lead by example
- Maintain full compliance with Colorado MED rules and store SOPs
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and team development
- Provide exceptional customer service and resolve escalated issues
- Ensure accuracy in METRC reporting and inventory management
- Help coordinate product ordering, intake, and merchandising
- Monitor KPIs and contribute to ongoing process improvements
What We’re Looking For:
- Required: Active Colorado MED Occupational Badge
- Preferred: 1 year in a Colorado dispensary or cannabis retail leadership role
- Acceptable: Out-of-state experience with strong knowledge of Colorado cannabis laws and product landscape
- Strong understanding of Colorado cannabis compliance and product types
- POS and METRC proficiency (Flowhub, GreenBits, or similar)
- Leadership skills with a team-first mindset
- Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a locally owned business built with community values
- Shape the culture and operations of a brand-new dispensary
- Competitive pay and opportunity for growth as the company expands
- Work in the heart of downtown Sterling with a passionate and experienced team
Apply Today:
Send your resume, proof of active MED badge, and a short intro about your cannabis experience and interest in the role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Experience:
- Cannabis Industry: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Responsible Vendor Training Certificate (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sterling, CO 80751 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sterling, CO 80751: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25