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Job Title: Lead Security Officer

Pay Rate: $26.25 - 27.00

Location: Ravena, NY

Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt

Shifts: Monday - Friday | 7am - 4pm

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Security Officer works under the direct supervision of Security Manager developing and managing the implementation of site-specific security and deliver programs. Responsibilities include ensuring all company security/delivery operations comply with local and state standards while also partnering with cross-functional team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in the development and implementation of a security/delivery program that standardizes Facility Security, Emergency Management, Delivery, Access control, and VMS (Video Management Software) installation/management.
Manages a team of Security Officers, responsible for the fleet maintenance program, daily/weekly/monthly scheduling, route designation, daily verification of all outgoing deliveries, receiving incoming third-party delivery, and inventory destruction.
Collaborates with local and regional Curaleaf business and Compliance partners which include the Logistics Supervisor, Regional Wholesale Manager, Store Managers, Compliance Manager and People & Culture leaders.
Builds and manages relationships with both internal/external security, governmental partners/vendors, and third-party vendors/contractors.
Conducts routine audits and follow-up inspections of cultivation facilities to ensure compliance with local and state rules and regulations.
Understands and implements Curaleaf’s goals of providing a safe and welcoming environment for its team members.
Provides training for team members on emergency response and de-escalating conflicts and other challenging situations.
Conduct detailed investigations, collect, and analyze data, and document investigative findings in a clear and concise format.
Delivers strategic approaches to achieve compliance with any above-mentioned security/delivery compliance issues.
Ensure employees receive proper annual training and continued education.
Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel Requirements: Occasion travel to Curaleaf NY dispensaries.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position supervises the work activities of others and makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal, and professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Proven leadership skills and 2+ years of experience managing a team required.
2 years of experience in a comprehensive security and compliance programs in a professional setting required.
Experience with utilizing and implementing multiple VMSs
Ability to problem-solve and implement standards and process improvement initiatives.
Must be extremely detail oriented.
Ability to multi-task on several projects at once while always remaining compliant with all laws and regulations.
Must have great ability to navigate within a computerized environment including MS Office, Surveillance Software, Access control software, and various vendor management systems.
Strong written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate with C-Suite and Government Officials in an articulate manner.