Security Guard

Clouditude Dispensary; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Clouditude Dispensary is seeking a dependable Cannabis Security Guard to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for staff, patients, and customers in New York. The role emphasizes strong security presence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will monitor all areas, verify IDs, conduct patrols, document incidents, and respond promptly to incidents while upholding policies and cannabis laws.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• Experience in security or customer-facing roles preferred.
• Knowledge of cannabis regulations a plus.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and secure dispensary areas including entrances, exits, parking and restricted zones.
• Verify IDs and enforce age verification per state cannabis laws.
• Conduct regular patrols of the property.
• Observe and report suspicious activity or policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies and disturbances professionally.
• Maintain incident logs and daily activity reports.
• Assist with opening and closing security procedures.
• Protect inventory and secure product transfers as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service with a professional demeanor.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and cannabis regulations.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Clouditude Dispensary is seeking a dependable, professional, and customer-focused Cannabis Security Guard to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our staff, patients, and customers. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with all cannabis security regulations while providing exceptional service and maintaining a strong visible security presence throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and secure all areas of the dispensary, including entrances, exits, parking areas, and restricted zones
• Verify customer identification and enforce age verification procedures in compliance with state cannabis laws
• Conduct regular patrols of the property
• Observe and report suspicious activity, security risks, or policy violations
• Respond quickly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and disturbances
• Maintain accurate incident logs and daily activity reports
• Assist with opening and closing security proceduresAssist with opening and closing security proceduresAssist with opening and closing security procedures
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• Support inventory protection, and secure product transfers when necessary
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor
• Ensure all company policies and cannabis compliance regulations are followed at all times

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous security, military, law enforcement, or retail security experience preferred
• Experience in the cannabis industry is a plus
• Valid security guard license/certification if required by state law
• Strong communication, observation, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Basic computer and report-writing skills
• Must be able to pass all required background checks and comply with cannabis industry regulations
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors when needed

Clouditude Dispensary is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.