Our Story:
Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.
Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.
Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.
If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.
Overview:
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for high volume recruiting across our multi-state retail and production facilities. This individual will partner closely with hiring managers to quickly identify and hire qualified candidates while delivering a strong candidate experience.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with hiring managers across retail, cultivation, and production to identify and hire both non-exempt and exempt level roles.
- Assist in rolling out standardized interview processes across our multi-state retail dispensaries.
- Open and post jobs to our careers page and external job boards, tracking candidate workflow in our ATS.
- Source and screen applicants, conduct initial phone interviews, and coordinate virtual and onsite interviews with the hiring teams.
- Support Regional Managers & Retail Leadership with hiring needs for new store openings.
- Ensure a consistent and positive candidate experience.
- Manage offer process and pre-employment steps in coordination with our Licensing Specialist and HR Operations.
- Partner with HR team members to share best practices, cross-train, and support one another.
- Other duties as assigned to support overall HR and Talent Acquisition team initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Associate’s Degree or higher preferred.
- 2+ years of recruiting experience, ideally within a retail or production environment.
- Experience recruiting across a multi-location organization and proven success in a high-volume environment.
- Current knowledge on recruitment methods and processes with expertise using social media tools, sponsored ads, job boards, and industry networking events.
- Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse preferred).
- Ability to successfully partner with hiring managers, working with various levels within the organization.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritizing appropriately to support the business.
- Clear communicator, in both verbal and written interactions.
- Ability to identify new sourcing strategies, and enthusiasm for trying new things.
- A self-starter, who is proactive and willing to jump into any task.
Physical Requirements:
- This role requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The posted compensation range reflects the potential range for this role across multiple U.S. markets. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications.
Our Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
- 401k retirement savings plan*
- Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*
- Company paid Life Insurance*
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee referral program
- Commuter benefits*
- Product discounts
- Additional compensation incentives (tips, bonuses, etc.)
*For full-time positions only
We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.
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