Botanist jobs in Worcester, MA

Reports To: HR Director
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Department: Human Resources

Why The Botanist?

The Botanist is a subsidiary of Acreage Holdings, Inc., a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. Acreage dug its roots in the cannabis industry back in 2011 and has successfully grown its footprint across several states ever since! Acreage also continues to expand its brands such as The Botanist, Superflux, and Prime in current and new markets.

As industry leaders today, we have a responsibility to create a sustainable, diverse, equitable and inclusive industry for present and future generations. We stand strong behind our mission, which is to combine operational excellence with a burning passion, by cultivating, producing, and dispensing the highest quality cannabis products and brand experienced. By making quality cannabis accessible, we hope to inspire everyone to embrace cannabis as a force for good in the world.

Who you’ll work for: The Botanist

Our Culture:

Here at The Botanist, we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role:

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for completing a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of The Botanist. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, HRIS maintenance & Employee Relations. Excellent work environment with a full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, pet insurance, and other paid leaves of absence.

How you’ll make a difference:

• Performs all human resources functions with the utmost confidentiality and in compliance with Acreage policies and procedures
• Addresses employee issues, concerns and/or questions in a professional and timely manner
• Responsible for full-cycle recruiting including; managing the requisition process; creating and/or updating job descriptions and postings; identifying recruiting sources; posting advertising on job boards and utilizing social media; screening candidates; conducting reference checks, overseeing mandatory background check process; and presenting/negotiating offers
• Coordinates candidate interviews with hiring managers; assist hiring managers with assessing talent; and trains managers to complete candidate evaluation forms
• Supports employees by fielding and answering general payroll, PTO, HRIS system and benefit inquiries and partners with Regional Director of HR as needed.
• Submits online background investigation requests and assists with new-employee background checks.
• Conducts onboarding, including completing and verifying I-9 documentation, preparing and maintaining employee files, and facilitating orientation training
• Provides guidance to management team on HR best practices related to talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations
• Assists with the preparation and execution of the performance review process.
• Performs maintenance of employee files including processing transfers, promotions, and terminations and maintaining management approvals
• Assists employees with electing and/or updating benefit plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Periodically audit timecards to ensure compliance and adherence to meal/break and attendance policy
• Suggests & assists with the execution of engagement initiatives and activities
• Looks for ways to improve processes and makes suggestions to Regional Director of HR
• Represents the company at job fairs and/or recruiting events
• Additional tasks as assigned by manager

Skills to be Successful:

Required Education and Experience

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Associates degree required, specialty in Human Resources Management, organizational development or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of human resources experience
• Strong in-house recruiting background preferred

Computers and Technology

• Proficiency using Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office programs including Gmail, Calendar Docs, Slides, Sheets, Word, Powerpoint, and Excel

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HAS available

• Based on eligibility.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday

**Subject to change as business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing, walking, bending and reaching. Ability to carry up to 50lbs for up to a distance of 100ft may be required. Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects. Ability to work in a humid and pollinated environment.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

The Botanist is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in The Botanist. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to hrteam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.