Managed Cannabis HR Services

Tailored, Hands-on Human Resources Services for the Cannabis Industry

Build your operation on a foundation of comprehensive HR policies with expert guidance with personalized support.

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Streamlined HR Solutions for Any Cannabis Business

Würk helps cannabis companies thrive, whether they’re some of the largest employers or emerging companies within the cannabis industry. Having grown alongside the market, we understand the unique needs that arise from operating in a rapidly changing landscape. From heavily regulated states to company-specific challenges, our expertise is built to address the complexities of evolving regulations.

As your trusted partner, our HR consulting team is here to help you stay informed and stay compliant with local, state, and federal employment and labor laws.

Key Features and Benefits

Built with your needs in mind

One-on-one personalized consulting with an HR Business Partner

Personalized handbooks and company policies built
Assistance with employee onboarding, terminations, and absenteeism
Investigations i.e., harassment allegations and corrective action
Record-keeping

Comprehensive HR guidance

Recruitment best practices
Leaves of absence information
Managed service newsletters and law updates
Designated support queue for expedited services

Compliance Resources

Job analysis and FLSA exemptions
HR advising on state and federal laws and regulations

Cannabis Industry HR Resource Center

Access to relevant federal and state laws
Customizable job descriptions, handbooks, and policies
Documents and forms from LOAs to incident reports to OSHA tracking
HR Articles, Q&As, and templates

Full Suite Learning Management System

Easy-to-use compliance training
Access to 300+ online training courses plus customizable courses
Admin dashboards, alerts, & reminders
Guidance resources for harassment, pandemic response, leadership, HR, safety, professional development, & more
Certificates and reporting

Ready to Simplify HR management?

Schedule a free consultation to see how Würk’s managed HR services help cannabis businesses stay compliant and operate smoothly.

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Additional Services & Offerings

Integrated Human Resources & Compliance Solutions for Cannabis Companies

Managed Payroll

Outsource the complexities of industry payroll

HR Software Suite

An entire human resources solution at your fingertips

Compensation Benchmarking

Data-driven insights to attract and retain premier candidates

Workforce Analytics

Real-time visibility into your workforce

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Our Clients’ Success Is Our Story

Customer Review

Best Platform

“I would never want to be with a payroll company that was not focused There is no perfect payroll or HR system. But what I will say about Würk is the comfort and the confidence I have that I’m never going to get a call saying, ‘Sorry, Jushi.’”

Chief Retail & People Office, Jushi

Case study

Compliance and Risk Management

Loudpack

Loudpack operates a purpose-built, pharmaceutical standard cultivation and manufacturing facility in California. Their business was disrupted when they were dropped by their previous provider with little notice.

Customer Review

Super Easy

“It was so easy to navigate that I basically taught myself. More than that, their support team is excellent! They work with you until a resolution that actually works for you is found.”

HR Generalist, Revolutionary Clinics

Customer Review

Very Friendly

“I enjoy working with their support team. Very friendly and helpful. They take our problems seriously and seek to find a solution in a timely manner.”

VP of HR, Revolutionary Clinics

Customer Review

100% Easier

“WURK has made our payroll processing, reporting, scheduling, timekeeping and onboarding needs 100% easier and better to manage! If you are looking to automate your process’ and allow your employees ease of access into the platform, WURK is for you.”

Human Resources, Perfect Union

Case study

Complex Labor Regulations

Aster Farms

Aster Farms is a sustainable cannabis brand in Northern California, dedicated to providing the highest quality flower through clean, safe cultivation practices. An outdoor grow with native soil allows Aster Farms to provide a pure product while decreasing environmental impact.

Customer Review

Absolutely Wonderful

“Würk is not just a provider, they are a partner in our day to day business! Our account manager is absolutely wonderful and checks in with us frequently to ensure we are utilizing the system to its fullest extent.”

Senior Manager of Payroll, TerrAscend

Customer Review

Phenomenal

“The Wurk team is phenomenal! Highly recommend this company for all of your cannabis payroll & HRIS needs.”

HR Director, iAnthus

Case study

Compliance and Risk Management

Halo Collective

Halo Collective is a leading, vertically integrated cannabis company with several brands in its portfolio, including Winberry Farms, FlowerShop, Hush, and more. Founded in 2015 in Medford, Oregon in the heart of the Emerald Triangle, Halo has expanded into a global operation that cultivates, extracts, manufactures, and distributes quality cannabis products. Part of Halo’s success comes from partnering with trustworthy leaders in the industry, and their partnership with Wurk is no exception.

Customer Review

Professional

“We have partnered with Wurk for over four years for our payroll needs. They are professional, responsive, and rarely do I experience issues with the platform. Would definitely recommend!”

HR Director, Botanic Business Services

Customer Review

Reliable

“Wurk has been an invaluable partner for us as our payroll provider and HRIS platform. The platform is reliable—we can’t even recall the last time we experienced downtime due to Wurk.”

Director of HR, Vireo Health

Case study

Human Capital Management

Green Dragon

Green Dragon Cannabis Company is a premium recreational cannabis operation in Colorado. In 2018, they began to realize the disadvantages of utilizing separate systems to perform payroll, timekeeping, scheduling and applicant tracking. Their data collection became fragmented, their insights were unreliable, and they were ultimately dropped by their mainstream payroll provider.

Customer Review

Truly Integrated

“We have been using Wurk for almost four years now, and it continues to improve and offer more. As a company we like that Wurk is providing more services to have a truly integrated payroll system, especially in the Cannabis space.”

HR Manager, Solar Cannabis Co

Customer Review

User Friendly

“I have enjoyed using Wurk for the last few years in the cannabis industry. The platform is very user friendly, and their customer support staff are helpful and informative.”

Logistics Supervisor, Curaleaf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Managed Human Resource Services?

Managed HR Services refers to the practice of outsourcing human resources functions to a specialized provider, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations while ensuring compliance and efficiency in HR processes. These are customized solutions that help your business run smoothly.

Why should cannabis businesses consider HR outsourcing?

HR outsourcing can help cannabis businesses streamline their operations, reduce administrative burdens, and ensure compliance with ever-changing regulations, ultimately improving employee satisfaction and productivity. Outsourcing HR helps you focus on the essential aspects of your business without getting bogged down in the details like rules and regulations, background screening, and employee handbooks.

What compliance issues should cannabis businesses be aware of in HR?

Cannabis businesses must navigate various compliance issues including payroll compliance, employment laws specific to the cannabis industry, and maintaining accurate records for the Bureau of Cannabis Control.

What services do you offer for dispensaries looking to improve their HR processes?

We offer a range of services for dispensaries, including payroll and HR management, employee training, compliance guidance, and personalized HR consulting to help optimize your cannabis human resources services. If you need something outside of our managed services, such as applicant tracking, timekeeping software, or employee benefits administration, check out our other software solutions.

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