Retail Security Agent

We’re Growing! Thrive Dispensary, owned and operated by MariMed, is excited to announce the opening of our newest dispensary in Columbus, OH Metropolitan Area. As we prepare to welcome customers, we’re building a team of passionate, customer-focused professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional service and creating an outstanding guest experience. If you’re looking to grow your career with a company that’s making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

MariMed is a multi-state cannabis operator in the United States, dedicated to improving lives every day through our high- quality products, our actions, and our values. We develop, own and manage seed to sale state-licensed, state-of-the-art, regulatory-compliant facilities for the cultivation, production and dispensing of medical and adult-use cannabis. Our award-winning portfolio of trusted cannabis brands, crafted with quality and innovation, are recognized and loved by consumers across the country. With a commitment to excellence, MariMed continues to drive growth and set new standards in the cannabis industry.

At Thrive Dispensary, security is about more than monitoring a building—it’s about creating a safe, welcoming environment for our employees, patients, customers, and communities. We’re looking for a dependable, observant, and professional Retail Security Agent who takes pride in protecting people, ensuring compliance, and supporting a best-in-class retail experience.

If you’re someone who stays calm under pressure, pays attention to the smallest details, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Retail Security Agent, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the safety, security, and regulatory compliance of our dispensary while supporting the overall success of our retail operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting routine interior and exterior security patrols of the facility.
• Monitoring surveillance cameras and security systems to ensure continuous oversight.
• Ensuring all employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors follow established security and access control procedures.
• Monitoring entry and exit points while identifying and reporting suspicious activity.
• Assisting with cash security procedures, including ATM refills, register closeouts, reconciliations, and bank deposits.
• Completing visitor documentation and escorting approved visitors through limited-access areas in accordance with Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) regulations.
• Responding to alarms and security incidents while documenting activities through daily shift logs and incident reports.
• Coordinating required notifications to law enforcement, emergency responders, company leadership, and regulatory agencies when appropriate.
• Supporting the secure storage, movement, and protection of cannabis products while maintaining strict compliance with state regulations.
• Assisting the Dispensary Retail Manager with additional operational and security responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Professional, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Calm and confident in high-pressure situations.
• Highly observant with exceptional attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a team.
• Adaptable and able to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-service minded while maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance.
• An effective communicator with sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of security, loss prevention, law enforcement, military, or related experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to:
• Lift, push, and pull up to 70 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, twist, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment while remaining alert and attentive throughout the shift.

Why Thrive?

At Thrive Dispensary, you’ll join a team that’s passionate about excellence, compliance, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. We believe every team member contributes to our success, and we value integrity, professionalism, collaboration, and continuous growth.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where your attention to detail, commitment to safety, and professionalism truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH (Required)

Work Location: In person