Security Officer

Renew Cannabis Co.; Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Justice Cannabis Co. is seeking a Security Officer to protect facilities and ensure a safe, compliant environment. You will monitor systems, patrol premises, and handle incidents with professionalism. Collaboration with leadership and HR is essential to address investigations and ensure safety.

The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong customer-service attitude and the ability to act neutrally under pressure are important for success.

Qualifications

• Must pass a comprehensive background check under cannabis regulations.
• Strong computer skills are required.
• Current valid driver’s license required.
• Flexible to meet scheduling needs and respond to onsite incidents.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises and secure access points, ensuring doors and gates are locked.
• Monitor surveillance systems, detect tampering, and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Conduct routine security checks and evaluate equipment to enhance security.
• Control entry/exit of people per company policies and procedures.
• Investigate incidents and report promptly to Security Manager or local police.
• Coordinate investigations with leadership and HR as needed.
• Document detailed incident reports with accuracy and compliance.
• Safely transport deliveries to permitted dispensaries and patients with proper receipt.
• Operate vehicles following state and local guidelines for safety.
• Maintain a courteous, professional environment for staff, customers, and visitors.

Skills

5+ years in Law Enforcement/Public-Sa

Driver's license

Education

2 year degree or equivalent

3+ years experience in a similar role

Job description

Security Officer

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a secure and safe environment at all Justice Cannabis Co. facilities.

Reporting to the Security Manager, this role ensures compliance with state regulations, monitors security systems, conducts routine patrols, and provides excellent service to team members, customers, and visitors.

This role works closely with local leadership and Human Resources to address and investigate occurrences within the facility.

This security position requires flexibility to work shifts during all hours of operation, with particular emphasis on nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Secure premises by patrolling the facility, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points, and ensuring doors and gates are locked and secure.
• Monitor surveillance equipment, detect tampering, troubleshoot malfunctions, and adjust equipment as needed.
• Conduct routine checks and maintenance of security systems and evaluate new equipment and techniques to enhance security.
• Monitor and authorize the entrance and departure of individuals, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Investigate and report irregular activity to the Security Manager or local police, and respond promptly to all alarms.
• Work in collaboration with local leadership and Human Resources when investigating occurrences within the facility.
• Complete and submit detailed incident reports promptly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established policies.
• Safely and securely transport deliveries to authorized dispensary organizations and patients, ensuring receipt is registered appropriately.
• Operate vehicles in compliance with state and local guidelines, ensuring the safety and security of transported items.
• Assist with maintaining a courteous and professional environment for team members, customers, and visitors.
• Remain neutral and professional at all times, refraining from involvement in workplace drama or interpersonal conflicts.
• Support emergency response efforts, including sounding alarms or notifying appropriate authorities in the event of an incident.
• Other duties as needed to meet goals and maintain safety

Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills.
• 2 year degree or an equivalent combination of experience and education will be accepted
• 5+ years of experience in Law Enforcement and/or Public Safety preferred
• 3+ years experience in a similar role
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check under cannabis regulations.
• Current valid driver’s license required.
• A positive and approachable attitude, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and team members.
• Commitment to excellence and operational efficiency.
• Must be flexible to meet scheduling needs and respond to onsite incidents as needed.

Team Collaboration

• Balances team and individual responsibilities, Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
• Gives and welcomes feedback
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Puts success of team above own interests
• Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives
• Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure clear understanding of tasks and expectations.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual respect among colleagues.
• Provide training and guidance to new team members, sharing knowledge and best practices.

EOE

Justice Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.