Human Resources Support for Cannabis Businesses
From audits to ongoing support, we help you build simple, reliable HR systems that keep your business compliant as it grows.
Services Designed for Growing Cannabis Businesses
Each service is structured to be clear, practical, and easy to implement, whether you're setting up your first HR systems or refining what you already have.
HR Compliance Audits
A comprehensive review of your HR practices, policies, and documentation to identify compliance gaps before state regulators do. We audit your employee handbook, personnel files, training records, and HR procedures against cannabis-specific requirements and employment law standards.
$995 - $3500
Depending on company size and complexity
Includes:
→ Personnel File Audit
Review of employee files for completeness, proper I-9s, signed acknowledgments, background checks, and cannabis worker permits.
→ Employee Handbook Review
Line-by-line analysis of your current handbook against cannabis-specific requirements, state employment laws, and regulatory expectations.
→ Training Records Review
Verification that required safety training, anti-harassment training, and cannabis compliance training is documented.
→ Classification Verification
Review of employee classifications (exempt vs. non-exempt, W-2 vs. 1099) to prevent costly misclassification violations.
→ Policy Gap Analysis
Identification of missing cannabis-specific policies around security, product handling, cash management, and safety protocols.
→ State Compliance Check
Verification of compliance with state-specific requirements like paid sick leave, pay transparency, and cannabis employee protections.
Our Audit Process
1
Document Collection
Secure upload of handbook, policies, sample personnel files, and training records
2
Initial Review
Comprehensive analysis against cannabis regulations and employment law standards
3
Findings Report
Detailed report with compliance gaps, risk levels, and specific recommendations
4
Consultation
Walk through findings, answer questions, and create action plan
Custom Cannabis Employee Handbook
Cannabis-specific employee handbooks built for your state, your operation type (retail, cultivation, processing), and your company culture. We create compliant handbooks that address federal-state conflicts, security requirements, and cannabis-specific workplace policies, branded with your colors and logo.
$2500 - $5000
Single-state handbook: $2,500–$3,500
Multi-state: $4,000–$5,000
Handbook review: $250+
Includes:
→ Cannabis-Specific Policies
Drug testing, off-duty cannabis use, product security, cash handling, chain of custody, and other policies unique to cannabis operations.
→ State Compliance
Policies aligned with your state's cannabis regulations, paid leave laws, pay transparency requirements, and employment protections.
→ Safety & Security
Operation-specific safety protocols (cultivation, extraction, retail), security procedures, and emergency response policies.
→ Regulatory Alignment
Handbook language that aligns with your security plan and operational procedures filed with state cannabis regulators.
→ Annual Update Service
First-year updates included as laws change. Optional annual maintenance available after year one.
→ Professional Design
Our custom employee handbooks include premium design with custom fonts, colors, photos, and graphics. Crafted to perfectly suit your business.
Handbook Creation Process
1
Discovery
Questionnaire about operations, culture, existing policies, and compliance concerns
2
Draft Creation
Custom handbook drafted with cannabis-specific policies and state requirements
3
Review & Revisions
You review draft, provide feedback, we refine language and policies
4
Finalization
Final handbook delivered with acknowledgment forms and rollout guidance
HRIS Implementation & Optimization
Expert guidance selecting, implementing, and optimizing HR information systems that work for cannabis operations. We help you choose the right system, migrate your data, configure workflows, and train your team.
$1500 - $3000
Selection + implementation support
Includes:
→ System Selection
Requirements analysis, vendor comparison, and recommendation of cannabis-friendly HRIS platforms.
→ Data Migration
Support migrating employee data, leave balances, and historical records from spreadsheets or old systems.
→ Configuration & Setup
System configuration including org chart, approval workflows, time-off policies, and compliance settings.
→ Staff Training
Training for administrators and managers on system usage, reporting, and best practices.
→ Process Documentation
Step-by-step guides for common tasks like onboarding, offboarding, and leave management.
→ Optimization Support
60 days of post-implementation support to troubleshoot issues and optimize workflows. Ongoing HRIS management and reporting is also available.
Leave of Absence Administration
Managing employee leave can quickly become complicated, especially as your team grows and state requirements vary.
Cannabis-specific leave of absence support designed to help you manage employee leave clearly, consistently, and in alignment with state and federal requirements. We help you navigate overlapping leave laws, documentation, and communication so nothing falls through the cracks.
$799 - $3500
Depending on service or DIY system setup, state, and complexity
Includes:
→ Leave Law Alignment
Guidance on applicable leave requirements, including state-specific paid leave, federal protections, and how they interact in a cannabis workplace.
→ Done for you or DIY System Setup
We can manage your employee leaves or set up simple, sustainable systems for you to manage FLMA, ADA, pregnancy, and state-specific paid leaves.
→ Process Standardization
Clear, repeatable workflows for handling leave requests, documentation, approvals, and communication with employees.
→ Documentation & Tracking
Tools and systems to track leave usage, maintain proper records, and ensure consistency across employees and managers.
→ Cannabis Workplace Considerations
Support for managing leave in regulated environments, including scheduling constraints, coverage planning, and operational continuity.
→ Compliance Support
Help ensuring your leave practices align with current regulations and reduce risk of inconsistent or non-compliant handling.
→ Ongoing Support
Optional continued support for new leave situations, questions, and adjustments as your business grows.
Leave of Absence Process
1
Discovery
Review of your current practices, team structure, and applicable state requirements
2
Framework Setup
Development of clear processes, documentation, and tracking systems
3
Implementation
Guidance on rolling out processes and training managers on consistent handling
4
Ongoing Support
(Optional) Continued support for new leave requests, questions, and process adjustments
Ongoing HR Compliance Support
Monthly retainer for cannabis businesses that need consistent HR guidance and support without hiring a full-time HR manager. Perfect for businesses that want expert cannabis HR support on demand for employee relations, policy questions, compliance updates, and termination guidance.
$500 - $1800
Monthly — Based on employee count and support level
Includes:
→ Unlimited Email & Phone Support
Direct access for HR questions, employee relations issues, policy interpretation, and compliance guidance.
→ Policy Updates
Handbook and policy updates as employment laws and cannabis regulations change in your state.
→ Termination Consultation
Guidance on terminations, layoffs, and performance management to minimize wrongful termination and unemployment claim risk.
→ Employee Relations
Support for harassment complaints, accommodation requests, leave administration, and difficult employee situations.
→ Regulatory Monitoring
We track cannabis employment law changes in your state and alert you to new requirements.
→ Document Review
Use of our document template library and review of job descriptions, offer letters, termination letters, and other HR documents before use.
Services Designed for Growing Cannabis Businesses
Each service is structured to be clear, practical, and easy to implement, whether you're setting up your first HR systems or refining what you already have.
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