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Position: Security Officer

Reports to: Retail Manager

Location: Niagara Falls, New York (onsite, not remote)

Travel: N/A

Date: November 14, 2022

Application Deadline: December 5, 2022

Pay Range: $23-$25/hour
Company Overview
Nativa Cannabis is a cannabis startup which will offer a variety of recreational cannabis products sold in Niagara Falls, New York. Nativa Cannabis will structure its organization around the mission to provide a lively marketplace for clean and safe cannabis products and to build community within our organization and the patrons we serve. Our vision is to be a trusted source of safe, clean, locally sourced cannabis products that, in return, give back to the local community through active engagement.

Overview of Position
The Security Officer monitors and authorizes the entrance and departure of staff, vendors, contractors, visitors, customers, and any other persons to guard against theft and maintain the security of the premises. This position reports to the Retail Manager. The successful candidate will possess attention to detail, the ability to work a flexible schedule and willingness to assist with other duties as necessary.

Core Competencies
To succeed, the Security Officer must be Passionate, Informed, Approachable, Energetic, Cautious, and Trustworthy. The Security Officer must consistently and uncompromisingly embody and demonstrate the following:

• Integrity
• Personal Accountability
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Confidence
• Flexibility

Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibility of the Security Officer is to check in, escort as needed, and observe individuals and all customers and/or visitors within our facility. This position may also perform other duties related to the successful operation of the Company as requested by the Retail Manager.

Operational Duties

• Examine and verify the identification of persons wishing to access the facility
• Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property
• Ensure that all inventory and supplies are properly monitored at all times
• Document the time of arrival and departure for all non-customer visitors including, vendors, contractors, and any other visitors
• Distribute identification badges to all non-customer visitors and collect them at the end of the visit
• Monitor and review security cameras
• Maintain security footage securely and compliantly
• In the event of an emergency, secure staff, visitors, and building; act as liaison with local police or law enforcement
• Daily, maintain written or electronic tracking sheets
• Escort staff members or others between vehicles and the building as requested

Administrative Duties

• Maintains daily records of all visitors
• Document any incidents or accidents and report them to the Retail Manager

Other

• Complete special projects as assigned
• Complete other duties as assigned by Retail Management

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of post-secondary education or higher

Work Experience Required

• 2+ years experience in Security
• Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects or challenges

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of computer & office equipment and programs (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Ability to follow specific directions and instructions

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent time-management skills; ability to effectively plan and prioritize
• Skill in managing physical resources (budgeting, inventories, equipment, materials)
• Ability to focus; attention to detail
• Skill at using computers
• Mechanical skill
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, and independently
• Ability to communicate clearly and calmly
• Ability to remain calm in periods of high stress or unusual activity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and absolute reliability and honesty

Physical Requirements

• Extended time sitting, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
• Able to run 100 ft
• Close visual focus required
• This position occasionally requires the extended and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Native Preference

• Seneca or Native preference applies, given to qualified applicants pursuant to the Seneca Nation of Indians’ Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Security: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Position: Retail Associate

Reports to: Assistant Retail Manager

Location: Niagara Falls, New York (onsite, not remote)

Travel: N/A

Date: November 14, 2022

Application Deadline: December 5, 2022

Pay Rate: $18-$20/hour
Company Overview
Nativa Cannabis is a cannabis startup which will offer a variety of recreational cannabis products sold in Niagara Falls, New York. Nativa Cannabis will structure its organization around the mission to provide a lively marketplace for clean and safe cannabis products and to build community within our organization and the patrons we serve. Our vision is to be a trusted source of safe, clean, locally sourced cannabis products that, in return, give back to the local community through active engagement.

Overview of Position
The Retail Associate is the welcoming face of Nativa to our customers. The successful candidate will possess outstanding customer service skills, a constant desire for self-improvement, and attention to detail. This entry-level, non-management position offers the opportunity to learn and grow with the Company from the ground up, and to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time. This position is available Monday to Sunday.

Core Competencies
To succeed, the Retail Associate must be Passionate, Informed, Approachable, Energetic, Friendly, and Trustworthy. The Retail Associate must consistently and uncompromisingly embody and demonstrate the following:

• Integrity
• Personal Accountability
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Confidence
• Flexibility

Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the Retail Associate include interacting with, educating, and advising customers face-to-face and by phone; record-keeping; assisting with inventory and cash management; interacting with local service providers; and helping to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming facility inside and out.

• Greets customers in person or on the phone
• Perform sales tasks as required by the Assistant Retail Manager in compliance with Seneca Nation Cannabis Regulatory Authority (CRA) requirements
• Confidentially maintains customer records and verifies customer identity in compliance with CRA regulations and Company policy
• Answers questions about the CRA regulations and the Company from customers and others
• Assists customers in selecting products; advises and educates them about safe dosage and other aspects of the products
• Assists Assistant Retail Manager with inventory and cash management, daily and weekly
• Maintains a clean, safe, welcoming environment inside and outside the facility
• Understand the team schedule
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Retail Manager

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years post-secondary education in a related field preferred

Work Experience Required

• 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced client-service intensive industry – hospitality and retail backgrounds and experience in a similar industry preferred
• Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept, lead, and complete additional projects or challenges

Required Knowledge

• Computer & equipment operations necessary for running an office/retail center (POS systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Thorough understanding of CRA regulations governing cannabis usage
• Arithmetic necessary for basic inventory and cash management
• Familiarity with the history and varieties of cannabis preferred, but not required

Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding phone and in-person customer service skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and calmly in a positive and didactic manner
• Thriving to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment with the ability to stay even-keeled in periods of stress
• Demonstrated proactivity, flexibility, adaptability, and multi-tasking
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Skill in accurate cash management and inventory control
• Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize
• Ability to focus; attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Absolute reliability and honesty

Physical Requirements

• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
• Reliable transportation
• Must be at least 21 years of age (mandated by the CRA)

Native Preference

• Seneca or Native preference applies, given to qualified applicants pursuant to the Seneca Nation of Indians’ Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Fast-paced client-service intensive industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Position: Assistant Retail Manager

Reports to: Retail Manager

Location: Niagara Falls, New York (onsite, not remote)

Travel: N/A

Date: November 14, 2022

Application Deadline: December 5, 2022

Pay Rate: $25-27/hour

Company Overview
Nativa Cannabis is a cannabis startup which will offer a variety of recreational cannabis products sold in Niagara Falls, New York. Nativa Cannabis will structure its organization around the mission to provide a lively marketplace for clean and safe cannabis products and to build community within our organization and the patrons we serve. Our vision is to be a trusted source of safe, clean, locally sourced cannabis products that, in return, give back to the local community through active engagement.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Retail Manager, the Assistant Retail Manager is responsible for supporting the retail sales department by providing staff oversite, proactive customer engagement, and thorough inventory management. The successful candidate will possess outstanding customer service skills, a problem-solving attitude, a strong desire for self-improvement, attention to detail, strong interpersonal abilities, solid administrative/clerical and time management skills, and the desire to progress into a management position. The Assistant Retail Manager is also responsible for upholding the mission and values of the company and ensuring that the team displays excellence at all times.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and analyzes the customer service provided by team members
• Offers feedback and coaching
• Greets customers and offers assistance with product selection and services
• Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to provide a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits and Nativa Cannabis service traits
• Provide a superior level of customer service, both in person and on the phone; coaches retail staff on the commitment to customer service
• Resolves customer complaints and helps respond to customers’ special needs
• Supervises operation of the store and team members, opening/closing/changing shifts, task delegation, and scheduling team members
• Supervises the control of the store money safe deposits, change orders, and oversees all aspects of bookkeeping including ledger, invoices, cash reports, and time records
• Learns to analyze inventory trends and supervises inventory management, including ordering items, keeping stock, and leveraging company resources to avoid outs and overstock
• Maintains knowledge of all computer and technology systems and software. Ensures response to all systems problems by contacting information technology support and seeking solutions
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
• Alongside the General Manager and Retail Manager, create a sales culture through consistent staff training, goal setting, contests, and other methods
• Ensure all administrative processes involving personnel are handled on a timely basis (i.e., performance evaluations, salary reviews, time sheets, change of status forms, etc.)
• Partner with the Retail Manager to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained in compliance with the Seneca Nation Cannabis Regulatory Authority
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the General Manager and Retail Manager

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• Business-related Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education or a minimum of three (3) years of experience in managing staff in a fast-paced intensive industry is required
• Minimum of one (1) year in a management role in a legal, state-licensed marijuana/cannabis operation (or similar industry) of 10+ employees required; two (2) years preferred
• Experience working in highly regulated environments required
• Experience with financial budgets required
• Proficiency with MS Office Applications required, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of retail POS systems and/or inventory management systems preferred
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to speak effectively before groups and respond to questions required.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and occasional weekends required
• Must have integrity and a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential issues
• Exceptional ability to build relationships
• Solid problem-solving, business acumen, influence, and negotiation skills
• Superior organizational, project management, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Superior communication skills including listening, verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Successful track record with being a team player as well as building, leading, and motivating teams
• Flexibility and creativity when finding solutions is a must, namely in the context of a start-up environment
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to speak effectively before groups of people and respond to questions, required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required
• Experience working with Native American communities preferred
• Knowledge in all areas of historical, traditional, cultural, language, and spiritual practices of the Seneca Nation of Indians preferred
• Legal cannabis industry knowledge required

Physical Requirements

• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for a distance of 100 feet
• This position requires occasionally extended and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate objects

Native Preference

• Seneca or Native preference applies, given to qualified applicants pursuant to the Seneca Nation of Indians’ Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Managing staff in a fast-paced industry: 3 years (Preferred)
• Legal cannabis operation management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Position: Retail Manager

Reports to: General Manager

Location: Niagara Falls, New York (onsite, not remote)

Travel: N/A

Date: November 7, 2022

Application Deadline: November 28, 2022

Company Overview

Nativa Cannabis is a cannabis startup which will offer a variety of recreational cannabis products sold in Niagara Falls, New York. Nativa Cannabis will structure its organization around the mission to provide a lively marketplace for clean and safe cannabis products and to build community within our organization and the patrons we serve. Our vision is to be a trusted source of safe, clean, locally sourced cannabis products that, in return, give back to the local community through active engagement.

Overview of Position
The Retail Manager will represent the Nativa Cannabis organization and is responsible for monitoring day-to-day operations at the retail level. This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating all the store’s transactions and operations, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of all customers and employees, and inspiring staff to provide the highest level of consistent customer service.

The Retail Manager provides the managerial skills and presence necessary to ensure Nativa Cannabis can effectively engage with customers and drive the growth of the organization with a consistent and desirable retail experience. This position ensures that the retail department operations follow the Seneca Nation’s Cannabis Regulatory Authority’s cannabis regulations and internally approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The Retail Manager collaborates with the Assistant Retail Manager and others on the management team to develop, document, and implement practices, policies, and strategies that support a performance and results-driven culture.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities Management

• Provides day-to-day leadership and management to Nativa Cannabis operations that mirrors the mission and values of the company
• In conjunction with the General Manager, sets operational performance benchmarks and conducts periodic reviews of operational performance
• Reports to the General Manager and approves or changes directions to achieve planned results and budgets
• Fosters a success-oriented, flexible, and accountable environment

Leadership

• Collaborates with the management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the rapid growth objectives of Nativa Cannabisas well as to identify the related KPIs that will be used to monitor progress

Compliance

• Oversees operations and ensures the company is compliant with all regulatory and safety requirements pursuant to the Seneca Nation Cannabis Regulatory Authority

Operations

• Oversees inventory and cash management, daily and weekly, including regular bank deposits; responsible for training retail staff on proper cash handling and inventory management
• Delivers a superior level of customer service, both in person and on the phone; coaches retail staff on the commitment to customer service
• Resolves customer complaints and helps respond to customers’ special needs
• Champions the customer experience profile; connects with clients
• Consistently models professionalism; serves as a role model to retail staff during periods of high stress and ambiguity
• Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, related profitability, and business goals and objectives
• Uses strategic, creative thinking skills to develop forward-looking plans for an integrated retail experience to include activities and store/e-commerce promotions to be developed in conjunction with the Marketing Manager
• Maintains knowledge of all computer and technology systems and software
• Ensures response to all systems problems by contacting information technology support and seeking solutions
• Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers
• Represents Nativa Cannabis with internal and external business and community partners
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the General Manager

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Business-related Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education or a minimum of four (4) years of experience in managing staff in a fast-paced intensive industry required
• Minimum of one (1) year in a management role in a legal, state-licensed marijuana/cannabis operation (or similar industry) of 10+ employees; two (2) years preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have integrity and a high level of interpersonal skills
• Exceptional ability to build relationships
• Solid problem-solving, business acumen, influence, and negotiation skills
• Superior organizational, project management, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Superior communication skills including listening, verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Successful track record with being a team player as well as building, leading, and motivating teams
• Flexibility and creativity in finding solutions are a must, namely in the context of a start-up environment
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint (or a similar suite of applications)
• Familiarity with retail POS systems (preferred but not necessary)
• Experience working with Native American communities preferred
• Legal cannabis industry knowledge required

Native Preference

• Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified members of the Seneca Nation or qualified Native American candidates

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 4 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• managing staff in a fast-paced industry: 4 years (Preferred)
• legal cannabis operation management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Company Overview
Nativa is a vertically integrated cannabis startup which will offer a variety of recreational cannabis products sold in Niagara Falls, New York. Nativa will structure its organization around the mission to provide a lively marketplace for clean and safe cannabis products; to share educational resources with residents and visitors; and to build community within our organization and the patrons we serve. Our vision is to be a trusted source for safe, clean, locally produced cannabis products that, in return, gives back to the local community through active engagement.

Position Summary
The General Manager (GM) will participate in the operational execution of the company’s strategy by managing specific hands-on aspects of the company and assisting the Company Board of Directors with the successful launch and growth of the vertically integrated cannabis enterprise in a rapidly changing environment. The GM provides the project management skills necessary to ensure that Nativa has the proper operational controls and people systems in place to effectively launch the business, grow the organization, and ensure operational synergy. The GM is responsible for delivering day-to-day results with a keen focus on cultivation efficiency and product quality control. The GM will work closely with the consulting firm that is heading the project on behalf of Nativa.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Company Board of Directors and under the guidance of the consulting team to develop strategies for implementing a vertically integrated cannabis operation
• Participate in project planning, including but not limited to branding, marketing strategy, budgeting, construction oversight, equipment selection and procurement, system installations, SOP development, and more. All tasks involved with becoming operational
• Implement various operational, marketing and management strategies while maintaining budgetary guidelines
• Work with team, overseeing various aspects of architecture design and general construction
• Meet with various vendors/contractors/etc. to ensure all work is being completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Assess critical needs of project, develop plans to address critical needs, and implement plans strategically
• Participate in the equipment installation and initial operation of cannabis cultivation activities including initial setup, genetic sourcing, propagation, production scheduling, plant care, harvesting, drying and curing of initial crops
• Assist consulting team in the creation, implementation and adherence to SOPs relating to all functions of the business including but not limited to cultivation, processing, packaging, product transportation, retail, and security
• Travel locally to ensure construction and project deliverables are accomplished
• Travel locally and nationally, as needed, to represent Nativa at conferences, meetings, and possibly engage in public speaking
• Ensure swift execution of the development of the enterprise as a whole, including the cannabis production facility and retail facilities

Management

• Create annual operating plans with management team that support the strategic vision for the company and correlate to available budget
• Develop strategic plan by studying technological and financial opportunities; presenting findings; recommending objectives
• Accomplish subsidiary objectives by establishing plans, budgets, and results measurements; allocating resources; reviewing progress; making mid‐course corrections
• Motivates and leads a high-performance management team; provides mentoring as a cornerstone to management career development
• Fosters a success‐oriented, flexible and accountable environment within the company

Finance

• In conjunction with the Board, develop annual budgets that support operating plansIn collaboration with Controller, prudently manages operating resources within budget guidelines and regulatory frameworks to maximize productivity
• Oversee operations management and ensures company is compliant with all regulatory and safety requirements

Operations

• Overall responsible for management, coordination, and execution of cultivation and production operations in order to ensure Nativa’s ability to produce, prepare, and distribute the highest quality products to their clients
• Oversee cultivation, production and retail operations both directly and through other department managers
• Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, related profitability, and business goals and objectives
• Manage all production operations including crop management, processing, commercial kitchen products, packaging, and distribution of product
• Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all internal and external processes; provides timely, accurate, and complete reports on operating conditions
• Develop and foster environmentally-friendly and sustainable management practices, consistent with the overall goals of the organization; research best practices in this area, including evaluating the work of other related local and national businesses and institutions

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• Business-related Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education
• Minimum of three (3) years of corporate management experience required
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in managing staff required, in a fast-paced intensive industry required
• Minimum of three (3) years of cannabis cultivation experience preferred
• Experience working in highly-regulated environment required
• Experience with financial budgets required
• Proficiency with MS Office Applications required, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of retail POS systems and/or inventory management system preferred
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills; and the ability to speak effectively before groups and respond to questions required
• Ability to work occasional evenings and occasional weekends required
• Must have integrity and high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential issues
• Solid problem solving, business acumen, influence, and negotiation skills
• Superior organizational, project management, time management and multi-tasking skills
• Superior communication skills to include listening, verbal, written and presentation skills
• Successful track record with being a team player as well as building, leading, and motivating teams
• Flexibility and creativity when finding solutions is a must, namely in the context of a start-up environment
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to speak effectively before groups of people and respond to questions, required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required

Native Preference
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified members of the Seneca Nation or qualified Native American candidates

Physical Requirements

• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for the distance of 100 feet
• This position requires occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate objects

Benefits
Competitive benefits package to be determined - including health insurance, PTO, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• corporate management: 3 years (Preferred)
• leadership: 5 years (Preferred)
• cannabis cultivation: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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