Who we are:
At Vireo Health, we’re not just another cannabis company—we’re a movement. Founded by physicians and driven by innovation, we blend science, technology, and passion to create top-tier cannabis products and experiences. Our team of 500+ bold creators and trailblazers are shaping the future of the industry, and we want you to be part of it.
We take pride in being one of the most diverse and inclusive workplaces in cannabis, fostering a culture where everyone belongs. Through employee engagement, community events, and non-profit partnerships, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a community.
As we rapidly expand nationwide, we’re looking for talented, driven, and passionate people to join us. If you’re ready to turn your passion into a career, let’s grow the future together.
What the role is about:
The Benefits & Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist is responsible for administering and supporting employee benefit programs and leave management for a diverse cannabis workforce across multiple states. This role serves both hourly and salaried employees, including union and non-union populations, and provides day-to-day guidance on benefits eligibility, enrollments, life events, LOA requests, ADA accommodations coordination, worker’s compensation and return-to-work processes.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, service-minded, and experienced in high-volume employee support environments, with strong knowledge of compliance requirements and the ability to communicate clearly with employees, managers, HR partners, vendors, and union contacts.
What impact you’ll make:
Benefits Administration:
Administer health and welfare benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, FSA/HSA, EAP, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans (as applicable).
Support benefits eligibility and enrollments for new hires, annual open enrollment, qualifying life events, and status changes for hourly and salaried populations.
Provide benefits education and support to employees, answering questions in a clear, respectful, and compliant manner.
Leave of Absence (LOA) Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for leave requests and administration, including: FMLA, state paid family/medical leave programs, ADA accommodations (process coordination), workers’ compensation coordination (with Risk/Safety), parental leave, personal leave, military leave, and company-specific leave policies
Coordinate with third-party worker’s comp vendor to ensure leave cases are opened, documented, tracked, and closed appropriately.
Manage leave-related communications with employees and managers, including timelines, required documentation, benefit impacts, return-to-work requirements, and job protection parameters.
Support employees through the leave lifecycle, including intermittent leave tracking, extensions, and return-to-work planning.
What you’ve accomplished:
3+ years of experience in benefits administration and/or LOA management (HR, HR Ops, shared services, or similar).
Working knowledge of benefits eligibility, enrollments, life events, and leave management best practices.
What would make you stand out:
Experience in a multi-state workforce (especially in regulated industries like cannabis, manufacturing, distribution, retail, or healthcare).
Knowledge of state paid leave programs (e.g., NY, MD, MN)
Located in one of our current markets including MN, NY and MD
Salary range: $60,000-$70,000. Competitive benefits offered.
Why Choose Vireo
Life’s too short to work somewhere that doesn’t ignite your passion. The cannabis industry is fast-paced, innovative, and full of opportunity—where science meets creativity, and wellness meets culture.
At Vireo Health, we’re pioneering the future of cannabis with a team that’s as dynamic as the industry itself. Here, you’ll find a workplace that’s collaborative, inclusive, and driven by HEART and purpose, where your work has a real impact on people’s lives.
Whether you’re cultivating the highest-quality plants, crafting cutting-edge products, or shaping unforgettable customer experiences, you’ll be part of something bigger. If you’re looking for a career that’s exciting, meaningful, and full of growth, let’s build the future of cannabis together.
✅ A Growing Industry: Work at the leading tech company in the cannabis industry and help shape the future
✅ Passionate Culture: Join a team that truly cares about the plant, the people, and the purpose behind what we do
✅ Employee Perks: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, paid time off and employee discounts
✅ Making an Impact: We’re committed to education, sustainability, and giving back to the communities we serve.
EEO Statement
Vireo Health, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. www.vireohealth.com