Director of State Operations, Arizona

3 months ago

Tempe, United States Trulieve Full time

State Director of Operations (Arizona)


Location: Onsite / Must live in or be willing to relocate to Arizona

Reports to: COO

Travel: 50%+


Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of the State Director is to drive revenue, grow Trulieve's market share, and improve gross margin while ensuring high product quality and sufficient supplies to support business growth. The State Director directs all Trulieve’s operational activities across business lines in the assigned state or region. This role involves leading a cross-functional team that includes retail, marketing, IT, HR, and state-related cultivation facilities. The State Director plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organization's mission and goals are achieved within the state, providing leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


Strategic Planning and Implementation:

  • Develop and implement strategic plans that align with the organization's overall goals and objectives. This includes setting state-specific targets, identifying priorities, and ensuring effective execution.
  • Lead all activities across the state, ensuring the execution of operational plans, national strategies, and state activities.
  • Oversee pricing and new product introductions in the state/region for wholesale and retail, with regular competitive analyses.


Cultivation Management:

  • Oversee state-specific cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and wholesale partners. Frequently and consistently visit state/regional facilities. Facilitate compliance spot checks on every visit (inventory, SOPs, cash, tags, etc.).


Budget Management:

  • Prepare, manage, and monitor the state budget. This includes allocating resources efficiently, ensuring financial accountability, and achieving cost-effectiveness.


Team Leadership:

  • Lead and manage a team of employees, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Ensure managers across all business lines are experts in state and site regulatory requirements and can facilitate successfully passing state inspections.
  • Work collectively and respectfully with employees at all levels within the organization.


Regulatory Expertise:

  • Serve as the state/regional expert on regulatory compliance for all business lines in the territory (Cultivation, Processing, Retail, Delivery).
  • Maintain relationships with state banks and manage cash pickups/deliveries in partnership with accounting, treasury, and finance.
  • Maintain relationships with all state regulators/inspectors.
  • Assist with auditing in partnership with the corporate licensing and compliance department.
  • Ensure state compliance training manuals and required trainings are up to date in partnership with learning and development, compliance, and management teams.
  • Ensure regular maintenance on all equipment and utilities is performed in partnership with relevant departments and managers.


Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with Executives, Directors, and VPs of business lines to influence success in the assigned territory.
  • Communicate with the corporate marketing department to ensure implementation with state managers.


Additional Duties:

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prior executive-level operations experience in a similar role.
  • Previous cultivation experience is preferred.
  • Proven success in building businesses in fast-paced, highly regulated, competitive environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to positively influence people; must be capable of effectively interacting at all levels in the organization.
  • Detail oriented with an eye on process optimization.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to manage high stress situations, and to be flexible and adaptable when a situation requires it.
  • Excellent communication skills and leadership both verbally and through written media:
  • Must be able to manage constructive criticism and guidance and offer the same to others in the department.
  • Ability to articulate job goals in a manner they are completed effectively the first time.
  • Through extended periods, must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the workday. Must be capable of working in front of a computer for extended periods of time based on job duties listed above. Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift if relevant to job duties listed above.
  • Environmental Requirements and Exposure, depending on work location.


Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.


The above requirements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, and this job description may be amended at any time. Required experience, training, or educational requirements shall be as indicated or as deemed acceptable by Trulieve management.


WHY TRULIEVE:

At Trulieve, we create life-enhancing experiences in the communities we serve, navigating our business lines with excellence, and dedicating ourselves to shaping the future of cannabis. As a team that connects, enlightens, and empowers, Trulieve is looking for leaders who are inspired by our vision and wish to grow with us as we continue our national expansion. If you too would like to improve people’s lives, we would like to learn more about you.

The Trulieve Way is defined by our people. We are committed to our values and have created a culture of trust, but we also remember to have fun. Here are a few more reasons why Trulieve is a great place to be:

  • Competitive pay and total compensation packages
  • Attractive benefits and incentive stock option plan
  • Paid time off and employee rewards
  • Professional growth and employee engagement initiatives


We believe in building a diverse team, and we strive to make our company a welcoming space where everyone can make an impact on Trulieve’s success. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us.

  • Director of State Operations, Arizona

    1 week ago

    tempe, United States Trulieve Full time

    State Director of Operations (Arizona)Location: Onsite / Must live in or be willing to relocate to ArizonaReports to: COOTravel: 50%+ Position Summary:The primary responsibility of the State Director is to drive revenue, grow Trulieve's market share, and improve gross margin while ensuring high product quality and sufficient supplies to support business...

  • Director of State Operations, Arizona

    2 months ago

    tempe, United States Trulieve Full time

    State Director of Operations (Arizona)Location: Onsite / Must live in or be willing to relocate to ArizonaReports to: COOTravel: 50%+ Position Summary:The primary responsibility of the State Director is to drive revenue, grow Trulieve's market share, and improve gross margin while ensuring high product quality and sufficient supplies to support business...

  • Student Mental Health Therapist

    4 days ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    About the Position:We are seeking a highly skilled Student Mental Health Therapist to join our team at Arizona State University. As a Student Mental Health Therapist, you will provide individual and group counseling services to students with various needs, including those related to academic pressures, personal struggles, and emotional well-being.**Job...

  • Primary Care Physician Opportunity at Arizona State University Health Services

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Health Services Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated physician to join our team at Arizona State University Health Services. As a primary care physician, you will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care to our patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of illnesses.Key Responsibilities:Provide medical care to patients in an...

  • Associate Director of Graduate Student Recruitment

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as an Associate Director of Graduate Student Recruitment. This role will play a critical part in shaping the future of our graduate programs and ensuring the success of our students.Key Responsibilities:Lead and mentor a team of recruiters to achieve recruitment...

  • Highway Operations Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Highway Operations Technician to join our team at the Arizona Department of Transportation. As a key member of our maintenance crew, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our transportation infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Operate motorized vehicles and...

  • Arizona State University | Assistant Director, Sponsored Projects

    1 day ago

    tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy (SEMTE) is seeking an Assistant Director (AD) of Sponsored Projects and Funding Administration (Research Advancement) to join the team and serve in a leadership role in the advancement of critical research initiatives. The AD assists with leading the planning, training, and implementation of...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning and Analytics

    1 month ago

    tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. OPB serves as a steward of resources and trusted advisor to university leadership to support decision-making and enable strategy. Reporting to the Vice President for Budget Planning and Management, the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, (“Senior...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning and Analytics

    1 month ago

    Tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. OPB serves as a steward of resources and trusted advisor to university leadership to support decision-making and enable strategy. Reporting to the Vice President for Budget Planning and Management, the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, (“Senior...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning and Analytics

    1 month ago

    tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. OPB serves as a steward of resources and trusted advisor to university leadership to support decision-making and enable strategy. Reporting to the Vice President for Budget Planning and Management, the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, (“Senior...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning and Analytics

    3 weeks ago

    Tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. OPB serves as a steward of resources and trusted advisor to university leadership to support decision-making and enable strategy. Reporting to the Vice President for Budget Planning and Management, the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, (“Senior...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning and Analytics

    1 month ago

    Tempe, United States Arizona State University Full time

    The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. OPB serves as a steward of resources and trusted advisor to university leadership to support decision-making and enable strategy. Reporting to the Vice President for Budget Planning and Management, the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, (“Senior...

  • Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analytics

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job SummaryThe Arizona State University Office of Planning and Budget is seeking a highly skilled Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analytics to lead projects and initiatives that inform strategic and operational decisions by leadership in the areas of resource planning, allocation, and management.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess the economic viability of...

  • Digital Strategy Director

    3 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job Title: Director of Digital ExperienceArizona State University is seeking a highly skilled Director of Digital Experience to lead the development and execution of web strategies that align with the project goals and core web KPIs.Key Responsibilities:Drives website(s) strategy and planning to support the marketing vision, strategy, and messaging campaigns...

  • Case Manager

    1 month ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona Full time

    Job Title: Case Manager Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Case Manager to join our team at the Arizona Department of Child Safety. As a Case Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of Arizona's children and families. Key Responsibilities: * Respond to reported allegations of child abuse...

  • Estimator

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Estimator to join the Facilities Management team at Arizona State University.The successful candidate will collaborate closely with operations and project teams to ensure precise and comprehensive cost estimates.Key Responsibilities:Analyze project documents, including blueprints,...

  • Senior Creative Director

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Sportex Apparel of Arizona, Inc Full time

    Job Title: Senior Creative DirectorJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Creative Director to lead our in-house team of designers at Sportex Apparel of Arizona, Inc. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing and business, with a natural eye for design and a drive to inspire dynamic ideas.Key Responsibilities:Lead the...

  • Academic Personnel Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Department of Psychology at Arizona State University seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to fill the position of Academic Personnel Specialist. This role will perform complex academic personnel actions and faculty recruitment processes, assist in the coordination of department faculty events, and maintain official...

  • Program Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job SummaryThe Office of Government and Community Engagement at Arizona State University is seeking a highly skilled Program Coordinator to assist with department projects and current initiatives. This role will focus on conducting research, synthesizing and producing collateral for distribution, and assisting with projects related to the Office of...

  • Academic Financial Specialist Senior

    4 weeks ago

    Tempe, Arizona, United States Arizona State University Full time

    Job DescriptionThe School of Engineering for Matter, Transport, and Energy (SEMTE) at Arizona State University is seeking a highly self-motivated and dynamic individual for the position of Academic Financial Specialist, Sr. Under the general direction of the Business Operations Manager, this individual will manage and implement SEMTE's daily business and...