Site Protection Officer

Summary

The Site Protection Officer serves as a visible and physical deterrent, providing general security and safety for the site's population and property. This role includes performing various tasks to ensure the site remains clean, safe, and well-stocked for day-to-day operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people into the property.
• Verify government-issued identification or other credentials prior to allowing access/entry to ensure only compliant individuals enter the premises.
• Periodically patrol the premises to identify any irregularities.
• Monitor CCTV surveillance equipment for potential threats and suspicious activity.
• Identify, de-escalate and resolve security site issues in a professional and discreet manner.
• Assess threats and delivery route planning to have minimal disturbance to the operations.
• Prevent property and assets losses and damage by reporting irregularities and monitoring personnel and visitors.
• Performs random searches to ensure that property removal of property is conducted per company protocols.
• Activates and/or first responder to alarms or emergency events.
• Investigate and prepare detailed and accurate incident reports for upper management.
• Performs various custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, throwing out trashes, cleaning bathrooms and washing/drying employee smock.
• Monitors, notifies and distributes incoming packages to appropriate departments in a timely manner.

Core Competencies

• Must have a basic understanding of cannabis laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state and local authorities.
• Ability to be flexible and work in various sectors of the department as needed.
• Ability to evaluate and adapt to new processing methods and meet or exceed established production goals.
• Fundamental knowledge of the cultivation process and ability to be taught and guided in areas related to the cultivation process.
• Skill in analyzing potential problems with a plant or the product being cultivated.
• Shows self-motivation/innovation and the ability to work well with all staff members, vendors, customers, as well as to work well independently.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment appropriately while not overstepping chain of command.
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concern in a constructive manner.
• Folllows all safety protocols and policies and demonstrates commitment to safety first.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to detect any abnormalities from a distance.
• Ability to move on uneven terrain.
• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 lbs across various locations.
• Work is performed in greenhouse-warehouse cultivation and manufacturing facilities.
• May require working rotating shifts with varied hours/days, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of three years of prior experience working as a security officer, military police, law enforcement, or corrections officer.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations relating to detention, arrest, and restraints.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Post-graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) in law enforcement or adult corrections or a POST Basic Certificate is desired.
• A current and valid Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Security Officer License issued by the State of California is desired.
• Understanding of California Penal, Health and Safety, and Vehicle Codes.
• An individual who is bilingual in Spanish at a fluent level is highly desired.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations

• Valid Drivers License and insurable.
• A current and valid Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Security Officer License issued by the State of California is desired.