Asset Protection Detective, Pentagon City - Full Time

Macy's • Arlington, VA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

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

The role involves observing and investigating suspicious activity, responding to incidents, and using de-escalation tools and sound judgment to help maintain a safe and welcoming store. You prepare reports, statements, and evidence for investigations, audits, and legal proceedings; help train colleagues on asset-protection protocols; and may testify in court or respond to alarm calls and special assignments. You may also facilitate first aid for customers and colleagues when needed.

The position requires prolonged periods of standing and walking, time in enclosed surveillance areas, and the ability to apprehend shoplifters. Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching and frequent lifting or moving of up to 30 pounds may be required. 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 work 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 in enclosed surveillance areas.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to perform prolonged standing and walking, with occasional reaching above eye level, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• 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.
• Support team readiness by training colleagues on asset-protection protocols.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to theft and dishonest activity.
• Use surveillance to 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.
• Build partnerships with store colleagues, Asset Protection leaders, and law enforcement to support investigations and reduce shortage.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and legal standards concerning apprehensions, searches, and evidence preservation.
• Testify in criminal and civil court 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 in relationships with colleagues, customers, and communities.

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
• Education Level: No Education Listed