SM Switchback LLC


Effective Date: February 2026

SM Switchback LLC (“SM Switchback,” “Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses text messaging to communicate with job applicants and candidates during the recruiting and hiring process. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information and your rights related to receiving text messages.

1. Information We Collect

When you apply for a job or otherwise opt in to receive text messages, we may collect:

  • Mobile phone number
  • Name and contact details
  • Job application and hiring status information
  • Message content and communication history

Information may be collected directly by us or through our applicant tracking system, Paylocity, and authorized recruiting communication tools.

2. How We Use Text Messaging

Text messages are used strictly for recruiting and employment-related communications, including:

  • Interview scheduling and reminders
  • Application status updates
  • Hiring decisions and onboarding coordination
  • Responding to candidate questions

SM Switchback does not send marketing or promotional text messages for employment recruiting.

3. TCPA Consent to Receive Text Messages

By providing your mobile phone number through our application, careers page, or recruiting process, you expressly consent to receive text messages from SM Switchback LLC regarding your application and employment opportunities.

  • Consent applies to messages sent using automated technology, including an automatic telephone dialing system, where applicable
  • Consent is not a condition of employment or purchase
  • Message frequency varies
  • Message and data rates may apply

4. Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of receiving recruiting text messages at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to any text message
  • Contacting our HR team at (insert recruiting email)

After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message unless you re-subscribe.

5. How Your Information Is Shared

We do not sell or share your personal information for advertising or marketing purposes.

Your information may be shared only with:

  • SM Switchback employees involved in recruiting and hiring
  • Service providers supporting our systems (including Paylocity and messaging vendors)
  • Government or legal authorities when required by law

All vendors are required to maintain appropriate data protection safeguards.

6. Data Security

We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

7. Data Retention

Recruiting text message data and related personal information are retained only as long as necessary for:

  • Hiring decisions
  • Compliance with employment and record-keeping laws
  • Legitimate business purposes

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion where permitted by law

Requests may be submitted to: (insert HR privacy email)

9. Contact Information

For questions about this policy or recruiting communications, contact:

SM Switchback LLC — Human Resources
gquiroz@smokeymosbbq.com