Asset Protection Detective, Ocean County Mall - Full Time

Macy's • Toms River, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Asset Protection Detective at Macy’s, you will help protect company assets, reduce shortage, and support a safe, customer-focused shopping environment. You will use surveillance, investigative tools, and reporting systems to identify and respond to theft and dishonest activity, recover merchandise, and help protect customers, colleagues, and the business. The role involves working closely with Asset Protection leaders, store teams, and law enforcement, using sound judgment and de-escalation tools, and following company policies and legal requirements.

You will prepare reports, statements, and evidence for investigations, audits, and legal proceedings; support colleague readiness through training; respond to alarm calls and special assignments; and facilitate first aid when needed. You may be required to testify in criminal and civil cases. The position requires prolonged standing and walking, the ability to apprehend shoplifters, time in surveillance areas, and frequent lifting or moving of up to 30 pounds. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled for 30 or more hours per week. Schedules include weekend shifts, and 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 in enclosed surveillance areas.
• Frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking around the store or department.
• Ability to access and review written and electronic information, move within the work environment, and interact with workplace materials.
• 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 and timely reports, statements, documentation, and evidence for investigations, audits, and legal proceedings.
• Help train colleagues on asset protection protocols.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to theft and dishonest activity.
• Support the apprehension of shoplifters and dishonest employees while following 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.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• 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 and financial advice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed