How To Work At A Dispensary In Hawaii

Cannabis Job Market Overview:

Hawaii's legalization of medical cannabis in 2000 made it the first state to do so through the legislative process, as opposed to putting an initiative in front of voters. It took until 2015, however, for The Aloha State's Legislature to authorize a regulated cultivation and retail system.

Since 2017, when the first medical dispensaries opened, the state has seen year-over-year growth in both patients and sales, however the sales growth is slowing.

In April 2023, Hawaii's Attorney General announced in a statement that he will no longer appose adult-use legalization, and pledges to work towards legalization for 2024

Cannabis Job Requirements & Application Process:

Who can work at a dispensary in Hawaii?:

“Adults 21 years of age or older without a disqualifying criminal history may be authorized to work at a dispensary,” per Hawaii's Department of Health, which operates its Medical Cannabis Program.

Cannabis Job Background Check Requirements:

All potential plant-touching cannabis employees must complete this form authorizing a fingerprint background check by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center and the FBI.

Additional Links:

• Hawaii Rules and Regulations
• Hawaii Medical Cannabis Program

Additional Job & Salary Information:

2022 Salary Guide

2023 Jobs Report

Connect

Membership has its privileges. When you create your Vangst profile, you get direct access to the largest network of cannabis professionals.Make connections, forge relationships, and chart your course in the cannabis industry - it all starts here.

Search

Just getting started? We got you. Crossing over? We got you. Climbing the Cannabis ladder? We got you.Search jobs, follow companies, and set alerts for new postings so when it comes to landing your dream job, you never miss a beat.