Director of Human Resources

About Nabis

Nabis is the #1 Licensed Cannabis Wholesale Platform in the world with the largest portfolio of cannabis brands, supplying hundreds of brands to retailers across California, New York, and Nevada. Our mission is to empower the world to discover cannabis by providing choice, access, and innovation.

We’re at the forefront of this movement and are building an innovative technology-first platform to scale the entirety of the cannabis industry. Through dedication to enhancing efficiency, transparency, and customer satisfaction, Nabis is paving the way for sweeping legalization.

Our team, backed by Y Combinator and from a celebrity roster of tech luminaries and celebrities, including Doordash co-founder Stanley Tang, NFL Hall of Famer Joe Montana, Gmail creator Paul Buchheit, and Twitch cofounder Justin Kan, is scaling the cannabis supply chain with technology and our ultimate goal is to become the largest distributor of cannabis products in the world.

The Role

The Director of Human Resources reports to the VP of People and will lead multiple people team initiatives as a member of Nabis leadership. Working closely with the entire people team, the Director of Human Resources works to align company goals and objectives with the day-to-day HR operations to meet state and federal compliance across all Nabis locations. 

The ideal candidate should possess a high work ethic, excellent communication skills, knowledge of labor regulations and HR practices, strategic thinking, strong organizational skills, and a passion for talent development and process. This person must be a proven manager with the innate ability to drive results through encouragement and accountability. The Director of HR will constantly work on improving HR processes, implement data driven strategies that support business growth, improve morale and accountability, enhance employee safety and wellness, and promote Nabis’ core values.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entirety of the people team which includes the sub departments of Human Resources and Employee Relations, People Operations and Recruiting, and Payroll and Benefits.
• Establish and implement human resources policies and procedures, working with the VP of People to revise and enhance these as needed to support operational strategic objectives.
• Oversee all People Relations including employee grievances and disputes, manager and employee coaching, investigations, proactive employee relations programs, staff wellness and people needs, etc.
• Ensure all investigations are led consistently and prudently in coordination with State, Federal, and Local jurisdictional laws.
• Oversee all requests for LOA, FMLA, and ADA and ensure consistency in responses to requests for LOA and accommodations.
• Oversee all worker’s compensation incidents/accidents including claim status, documentation, and managing oversight of each claim. Oversee OSHA reporting and sit on safety committee(s). 
• Ensure compliance with all Federal and State law regulations.
• Manage the quarterly calibration and annual review process, leveraging the support and expertise of the people operations team. 
• Own the budget for the people department, specifically around recruiting costs, payroll, benefits, and miscellaneous softwares and services. 
• Liaise between employee relations and legal, with dotted line communication to the Nabis President and General Counsel. 
• Work across the organization to support management and the human resources team on personal development plans, succession planning, employee development and career pathing. 
• Maintain all personnel records, status changes, and conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy. Maintain all people data and create dashboards and tools for the internal team.
• Support in onboarding and offboarding of all staff compliantly, and conduct exit interviews.
• Continue to streamline and iterate on people department level SOPs, creating an efficient productive department that is agile and can regularly do more with less. 
• Sit as a trusted advisor to the leadership team and advise on personnel decisions, strategic planning, and consistency across the organization. 
• Multiple-location and time zone management, while this is a remote role, a minimum of quarterly travel is required.
• Oversee the continued development and mentorship of the people team.
• Create and foster Nabis’ culture.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical skills, specifically in Excel
• A proven track record of managing complex projects from start to finish
• 5+ years of experience in HR in a dynamic setting
• Direct experience managing salaried and hourly employees
• Proven knowledge of federal and state labor laws and regulations
• Computer literacy, including all Microsoft and Google applications
• 2+ years of Leadership experience
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Outstanding problem-solving skills
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must currently reside in New York or California 
• Must be able to pass a background check

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT NABIS!

1. You'll work at the fastest growing cannabis startup in the U.S.
2. Unlimited PTO and flexible work-from-home policy
3. Medical/Dental/Vision: 75% of employee premium paid by Nabis
4. Competitive salary of $130K - $160K depending on experience and location, 401(k) plan, and equity compensation structure

Nabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nabis is seeking to create a diverse work environment because all teams are stronger with different perspectives and life experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, older members of society, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employees and contractors of Nabis are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.