Lead Security Officer

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

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. 

• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working within the industry. 

• A Valid Driver’s License is required including a clean driving record.  

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Possession of relevant certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Security Supervisor (CSS), or Certified Security Manager (CSM) 

• First Aid/CPR certification and any other relevant security or safety certifications.  

• Prior experience in security-related roles, preferably in a supervisory or managerial capacity.  

• Experience in security operations, risk assessment, and emergency response procedures.  

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

 

The employee is regularly required to stand, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, and lift up to 25 pounds.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 100 pounds.  This position has no special vision requirements.   

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

This position requires daily use of provided PPE, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary and requires a high-stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility. Ability to work in an ever-changing environment. 

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.  

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. 

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.  
• Commit to Win.  
• ONE Curaleaf.  
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.  

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf. 

***Please note that U.S. immigration rules and regulations are governed by federal law; not state law.  Although Curaleaf operates in states that have legalized and decriminalized marijuana, it is still considered a controlled substance under federal regulations and thus illegal under federal law. For this reason, unless and until federal law changes, Curaleaf is prohibited from offering sponsorship for any non-immigrant or immigrant visas. 

***Please also note that while candidates who are Lawful Permanent Residents (such as those with Green Cards) are eligible for employment with, and are hired by Curaleaf, working for a company engaged in a business that grows and sells a product that is illegal under federal law might compromise the candidate’s immigration status. Before a Lawful Permanent Resident accepts an offer of employment, Curaleaf recommends that the candidate seek the advice of an immigration lawyer.