Talent Acquisition Specialist

At Minnesota Cannabis Services, we’re not just building businesses — we’re building the people who make them great. Our team partners with leading operators across cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, and retail to deliver world‑class expertise in legal, finance, analytics, marketing, HR, and technology.

We’re looking for professionals who take pride in their work, move with purpose, and thrive in fast‑changing environments. The kind of people who hold themselves to high standards, think creatively, and find satisfaction in solving hard problems.

When you join our team, you’ll work alongside some of the most experienced leaders in the industry — professionals who share their knowledge freely and lead by example. You’ll be challenged, supported, and trusted to take ownership of meaningful work that shapes the future of one of the fastest‑growing industries in America.

Join a thriving, established cannabis company (200+ employees) as we begin our next stage of growth in the Minneapolis area. We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in the Minnesota Market.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent across all departments, including retail, cultivation, production, and corporate roles. This role plays a critical part in scaling our team, supporting hiring managers, and ensuring candidates have a positive and professional experience from first contact through onboarding.

• Manage the full recruitment process for open roles: job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, timelines, and hiring strategy
• Coordinate interview schedules and maintain communication with candidates throughout the process

• Use multiple channels to identify and attract qualified candidates, including Linked In, Indeed, and industry job boards
• Promote MN Cannabis Services employer brand through job descriptions, social media, and candidate engagement
• Attend local hiring events or virtual career fairs as needed

• Ensure hiring practices are consistent with state cannabis laws, labor laws, and internal policies
• Maintain accurate candidate records and reports using an applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Conduct background checks and assist with onboarding documentation

• Support continuous improvement of the hiring process, including interview templates, candidate assessments, and reporting
• Analyze recruitment metrics and share insights with TA Leadership

• Collaborate with HR, Field Operations and Department Leaders to ensure smooth onboarding for new hires
• Help introduce new employees to company culture, policies and key contacts

• Must be willing to work 100% on‑site in our Edina Headquarters
• 2+ years of experience in recruiting or talent acquisition, preferably in a high growth industry
• Previous experience in Sales, Retail, Customer Service or Hospitality recruitment
• Working knowledge of full‑cycle recruiting best practices and employment law
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), Linked In Recruiter, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple open roles and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
• Must be at least 21 years old and eligible to work in the cannabis industry under state law

• Pay range of $50,000 - $65,000 annually commensurate with experience
• Employee discount includes 50% for Iowa medical cannabis card holders
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• Holiday Pay for any holiday worked (New Years Day, 4/20, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day)

At Minnesota Cannabis Services, we believe great teams are built on trust, initiative, and follow‑through. We invest deeply in our people — providing mentorship, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities for advancement across multiple sectors of the cannabis industry.

Here, you’ll be part of a high‑performing culture that values precision, reliability, and continuous improvement. Every project is a chance to grow your skills, strengthen your leadership, and contribute to something that matters.

If you’re driven, resourceful, and ready to make an impact, we want you on our team.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Minnesota Cannabis Services.

We look forward to receiving your application.

As set forth in Minnesota Cannabis Services’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.