Asset Protection Detective, Metro Center - Downtown - Part Time

Macy's • Washington, DC

1d • $19 - $29

About The Position

As an Asset Protection Detective, you will help protect company assets, reduce shortage, and support a safe, customer-focused shopping environment. Using surveillance, investigative tools, and strong partnerships with store teams and law enforcement, you will identify and respond to theft, recover merchandise, and help protect customers, colleagues, and the business.

This role helps reduce loss while maintaining a safe and welcoming store environment through training, observation, investigation, and de-escalation. It involves using surveillance and reporting systems, supporting investigations, preparing documentation and evidence, training colleagues on asset-protection protocols, and partnering with store teams and law enforcement. The role also includes responding to alarm calls, supporting special assignments, facilitating first aid when needed, and testifying in court as needed.

The position requires prolonged standing and walking, occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, the ability to apprehend shoplifters, and the ability to spend long periods in enclosed surveillance areas. Employees frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds. For New York jobs, a current New York State Security Guard License is required. Part-time colleagues are typically scheduled 12–24 hours per week, and all schedules include weekend shifts; hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.

Requirements

• Ability to observe, identify, and respond to suspicious activity in a retail environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner effectively with customers, colleagues, leaders, and law enforcement.
• Ability to use sound judgment, de-escalation tools, and company procedures to support a safe environment.
• Ability to handle proprietary, sensitive, and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• For jobs in New York, a current New York State Security Guard License is required.
• Ability to apprehend shoplifters.
• Ability to sustain long periods of time enclosed in surveillance areas.
• Frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in retail, customer service, asset protection, security, investigations, or law enforcement.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports, statements, and documentation related to incidents and investigations.
• Experience using surveillance systems, reporting tools, or investigative technology.
• Ability to train or coach colleagues on asset-protection protocols, shortage reduction, or safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Use surveillance techniques, investigative tools, and reporting systems to identify theft, dishonest activity, and shortage trends.
• Partner with Asset Protection leaders, store teams, and law enforcement to support investigations and protect company assets.
• Use de-escalation tools and sound judgment to help maintain a safe environment for customers and colleagues.
• Prepare clear documentation, statements, evidence, and timely, accurate reports related to incidents, investigations, audits, and assigned activities.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to theft and dishonest activity.
• Support the apprehension of shoplifters and dishonest employees in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Recover stolen merchandise and provide statements, evidence, and documentation to support investigations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and legal standards related to apprehensions, searches, and evidence preservation.
• Testify in court for criminal and civil cases as needed.
• Respond to alarm calls, support special assignments, and facilitate first aid for customers and colleagues when needed.
• Train colleagues on protocols that help protect company assets.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed