Armed Security Officer

Job Title: Armed Security Officer
Location:
BUDD Dispensary – Sunrise Beach, MO
Department:
Security
Reports to:
Security Manager

Company Overview
BUDD Dispensary
is a licensed cannabis dispensary located in Sunrise Beach, MO-now proudly powered by
VIBE Cannabis
. Since opening in August 2019, we've been committed to serving our community through high-quality products, excellent customer service, and a culture rooted in wellness, education, and safety. As we continue to grow, we're looking for team members who are passionate about protecting people, property, and compliance in a regulated industry.

Position Summary
The
Armed
Security Officer
is responsible for supporting daily security operations to ensure the safety of our customers, staff, and facility. This role plays an essential part in monitoring the premises, managing visitor access, observing security systems, and maintaining compliance with all applicable Missouri cannabis regulations.

This is a frontline role that requires professionalism, alertness, and a strong attention to detail. Armed Security Officers will work directly with the Security Manager to uphold BUDD's safety protocols and support a secure, welcoming environment for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and monitor all guests, staff, vendors, and delivery personnel entering the dispensary.
• Verify identification and maintain control of access to secure and restricted areas.
• Perform regular perimeter checks and in-store walkthroughs to monitor for safety or security risks.
• Observe and report using surveillance equipment and logbooks.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, and medical/emergency situations calmly and professionally.
• Document all incidents, unusual activities, or rule violations and report them to the Security Manager.
• Assist with secure storage and oversight of inventory and product movement as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) cannabis regulations.
• Support secure deliveries and transfer operations in coordination with store leadership.
• Promote a welcoming environment while ensuring rules and procedures are consistently followed.
• Attend team training sessions and remain informed about emergency response protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in security, law enforcement, military, or regulated retail preferred.
• Must be proficient in using a side arm.
• Must be knowledgeable with the use of force continuum.
• Must be able to pass FBI fingerprinting and background check per state cannabis regulations.
• Excellent communication, observation, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and follow procedures accurately.
• Must be physically capable of standing or walking for long periods and lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable working in bright, dark, or high-volume environments.
• Flexible schedule – including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Strong team mindset and commitment to a compliant, customer-focused workplace.

Why Join BUDD?

• Be part of a supportive team in Missouri's fast-growing cannabis industry.
• Work in a beautiful Lake of the Ozarks location with a brand committed to community, wellness, and education.
• Contribute to a safe and welcoming environment for patients, customers, and staff.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional times of high noise.

Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.