West Coast Self Storage – Privacy Policy for Candidate and Employee Text Communications


Purpose

West Coast Self Storage (“WCSS,” “the Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values the privacy and security of personal information shared with us by candidates and employees. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal contact information for the purpose of sending and receiving text message communications related to employment and onboarding activities.

  

Scope

This policy applies to all job applicants, candidates in the hiring process, and newly hired employees who consent to receive text communications from WCSS.


Consent to Receive Text Messages

By providing your mobile phone number during the application, interview, or onboarding process, and signing this policy, you consent to receive text messages from WCSS for purposes including, but not limited to:

  • Scheduling interviews
     
  • Providing updates on your application status
     
  • Sending onboarding instructions and reminders
     
  • Delivering HR-related notifications during pre-employment and onboarding
     
  • Communicating about required documentation and deadlines
     

You understand that:

  • Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile service plan.
     
  • Frequency of messages will vary depending on the stage of the recruitment or onboarding process.
     
  • Your consent to receive text messages is not a condition of employment.
     
  • You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message or notifying the HR Department in writing.
     

Collection and Use of Personal Information

We collect and store your mobile number solely for the purposes stated above. We will not sell, share, or disclose your mobile number to unauthorized third parties. Your information will only be shared internally with Company representatives and approved service providers necessary to facilitate text messaging services.


Security

We implement reasonable security measures to safeguard your personal information, including secure HRIS platforms and encryption where applicable. Access to your mobile phone number is restricted to authorized HR and management personnel.


Retention of Information

We retain your mobile phone number for as long as necessary to fulfill the communication purposes outlined in this policy. If you become an employee, your number will remain on file for Company-related communications unless you opt out.


Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request to review, update, or correct your contact information
     
  • Withdraw your consent for text communications at any time
     
  • File a concern with the HR Department regarding privacy practices
     

Acknowledgment & Agreement

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Privacy Policy for Candidate and Employee Text Communications. I consent to receive text messages from West Coast Self Storage for the purposes outlined above and understand that I may withdraw my consent at any time.