Manager, HR​/Recruitment

The Role

Green Thumb is seeking an experienced Benefits Manager to join our Total Rewards team. This role will work closely with the Director of Benefits on a wide range of strategic initiatives and projects while overseeing and providing direct supervision and guidance to a Benefits Specialist and managing the day‑to‑day administration of our comprehensive employee benefits programs with a high level of accuracy.

The position ensures full compliance with all state and federal regulations including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ADA and FMLA and serves as a subject matter expert within the benefits function. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for all benefits‑related inquiries, and play a critical role in supporting our employees in a demanding, fast‑paced environment.

• Partner closely with the Director of Benefits on strategic initiatives, program development, and organizational benefits objectives
• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and professional development to Benefits Specialist. Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and support career development.
• Lead cross‑functional project teams and collaborate on benefits‑related projects spanning multiple departments
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence within the benefits function
• Serve as escalation point for complex benefits issues and vendor management relationships

• Partner with Director of Benefits to design, implement, and manage comprehensive employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans
• Partner with benefits vendors and broker to negotiate contracts, evaluate plan options, and ensure competitive offerings
• Oversee annual open enrollment process, including communication strategies, system updates, and employee education
• Conduct regular benefits plan analysis and cost management to optimize value for both employees and the organization
• Maintain accurate benefits records, monitor/maintain/update vendor file feeds and ensure seamless integration with HRIS system

• Ensure full compliance with federal benefits regulations including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA and all applicable state and local laws
• Stay current with evolving cannabis industry regulations and their impact on employee benefits
• Prepare and file required regulatory reports and documentation
• Monitor all federal, state and local regulatory benefits/paid leave/sick leave updates and ensure timely, appropriate action is taken to ensure compliance
• Conduct regular compliance audits and implement corrective measures as needed
Collaborate with legal counsel on benefits‑related compliance matters

• Partner with ACA vendor to monitor and maintain ACA compliance including affordability calculations, minimum value determinations, and reporting requirements
• Prepare and file Forms 1094-C and 1095-C annually
• Track employee eligibility and ensure proper enrollment processes
• Manage ACA penalty risk and optimization strategies

• Oversee ERISA plan administration including plan documents, summary plan descriptions, annual reporting and all related required participant notifications
• Ensure proper fiduciary responsibilities are met for retirement and welfare benefit plans
• Coordinate with third‑party administrators to ensure timely Form 5500 filing
• Monitor 401(k) deferral changes to ensure accurate employee contributions
• Oversee all non‑discrimination testing and take required corrective action

• Serve as primary benefits subject matter expert for employees and management
• Develop and deliver benefits education programs and materials
• Resolve complex benefits issues and escalations
• Support total rewards communication strategies

• Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA, state family/medical leave and workers' compensation
• Partner with leave team, HR partners, employees and managers to facilitate smooth leave transitions and return‑to‑work processes
• Ensure proper documentation, certification, and compliance with all applicable leave laws
• Maintain…