Security Specialist (Retail)

Verano; Naperville, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Security Specialist for ourNaperville, IL retail locations. You will protect staff and patients, verify IDs, monitor cameras, and support audits and regulatory compliance to ensure safe operations.

Responsibilities include patrolling, cash security, and assisting leadership with operational support. The role requires 1–2 years in security and adherence to cannabis industry regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of security/protection experience required.
• Nightclub, bar, jewelry store, or event protection exp preferred.
• Must be 21+ and compliant with regulations.
• Criminal background check and state badging required.
• Proficiency with computers and basic software (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of cannabis industry regulations and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Interact with employees and patients to maintain safety and comfort.
• Verify patient IDs before admitting to dispensary floor.
• Monitor cash pickups and security cameras.
• Provide exemplary customer service to patients and staff.
• Carry out regular patrols of property interior and exterior.
• Perform lockup/unlock duties as needed.
• Operate under state regulatory requirements.
• Assist in product delivery as needed.
• Support leadership with audits and data uploads.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security experience

Nightclub protection

Background check compliance

Microsoft Office

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Security Specialist (Retail)

Requisition ID: 16810

Department: Facilities - Retail Security

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Location: Naperville, IL, US, 60563-1535

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Verano Holdings Corp. (Cboe CA: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNO), one of the U.S. cannabis industry’s leading companiesbased on historical revenue, geographic scope and brand performance,isa vertically integrated, multi-state operator embracinga missionof saying Yes to plant progress and the bold exploration of cannabis. Verano offers a superior cannabis shopping experience in medical and adult use markets under the Zen Leaf and MÜV dispensary banners and produces a comprehensive suite of high-quality,regulatedcannabis products sold under its diverse portfolio of trusted consumer brands including Verano, MÜV, Savvy, BITS, Encore, and Avexia. Verano’s active operationsspan 13 U.S. states, comprised of 15 Cultivation and production facilities with over 1,000,000 square feet of cultivation capacity. Learn more at www.verano.com .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Regularly interact with employees and patients to maintain a comfortable and safe environment.
• Check and verify all patient ID’s prior to admitting them onto the dispensary floor.
• Monitor cash pick-ups.
• Provide exemplary customer service to all patients and fellow employees.
• Monitor security video cameras and security systems.
• Carry out regular patrols around and inside the property.
• Perform lockup and unlock duties where needed.
• Operate under the regulatory requirements set forth by the State.
• Assist in product delivery as needed.
• Provide operational retail support to leadership including, but not limited to patient information audits, batch record data uploads, and other items as needed to ensure regular compliance in preparation of location audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of previous security/protection experience required
• High level Nightclub, Bar, Jewelry Store, or Event Management Protection experience preferred
• Must be 21 years of age and comply with all local, state, and company regulations
• Required to undergo a criminal background check and appropriate state badging (as directed by state ordinances)
• Passionate about security and safety
• Ability to use office equipment (computers and printers) and their included software i.e. Word, Excel, email, etc.
• Learn and understand Federal, State, and local laws relating to the cannabis industry and safety regulations

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 50 lb. Able to stand up to 90% of the time. Specific hearing abilities required by this job include hearing in the normal audio range with or without correction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Work is performed in a retail environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets, and our communities.