Director, Benefits

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods (“CPG”) approach to cannabis, Cresco’s house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy’s, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco’s national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry’s first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry. 

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Manager of Benefits is the organizational expert for the execution of  the benefit strategy. Reporting to the Chief People Officer and in collaboration with Senior Management, this role will provide strategic oversight and manage all aspects and activities pertaining to the design, development, implementation, and administration of Cresco Lab’s Compensation and Benefits programs, including but not limited to base and incentive pay, health and welfare benefits, and other total rewards. This is both a strategic and hands-on role for a candidate that is well-versed in benefits legislation and regulations and compensation best practices.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Manages, leads, and develops the Benefits team to ensure a positive and effective customer service experience through effective delivery and execution of Benefit services.
• Defines, designs, implements, and evaluates benefit programs and policies to effectively maintain cost, quality, service, and process controls, ensuring consistency across the organization.
• Brings innovative strategies and provide insight to Corporate Leadership, with a focus on employee consumerism and cost effectiveness.
• Leads set up and design of the benefits technology systems, providing guidance to corporate HR team to ensure support of internal business needs, integration with outside vendor links, and accessibility for end-users.
• Working with the Benefits Broker, leads the negotiation and contracting with plan providers, vendors, auditors and consultants for services, premiums, and plan administration.
• Manages operating procedures for administration and enforcement of benefits, PTO/DTO, LOA/FMLA, and other policies, resolving related issues, and adjusting as plan designs change or regulations dictate.
• Leads training and communication across HR teams and all internal employees to ensure benefits programs are understood and valued companywide.
• Develops and implements wellness initiatives and activities which support a healthy employee culture.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations at a state and federal level, including benefits record keeping requirements, and stay current with all HR trends, best practices, and updates to inform policy decisions.
• Manges the 401k Investment Committee meetings
• Owns the administration and transition of benefits plans for all acquisitions

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or related field.
• 8-12 years’ experience in benefits plans, with demonstrated track record of success in plan design and administration across fast paced, high growth, multi-state organizations.
• Minimum 5+ years leading and developing a team
• Deep knowledge of federal and state regulations including ERISA, ACA, and FMLA.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite and PowerPoint, advanced excel skills.
• Exceptional leadership, relationship, and communication skills, with ability to work with local and remote employees.
• Strong data and cost analysis skills.
• Experience with multi-national benefits and compensation structure, specifically Canadian knowledge is a plus.

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.