Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

Kroger•Yakima, WA

About The Position

Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. Associates must perform all tasks safely and consistently with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Requirements

Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures and organizational structure.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or a combination of relevant education and experience.
Minimum 18 years of age; 21 years of age in Alaska.
Ability to pass a drug test.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects.
Familiarity with loss prevention terms and processes.
Proficient Microsoft Office skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
Retail security experience.
Law enforcement experience.
Ability to continue education.

Responsibilities

Model Customer 1st behavior and deliver and encourage excellent customer service.
Detect, deter and/or detain external theft suspects.
Reduce customer and associate dishonesty by initiating and encouraging actions to prevent external and internal theft.
Monitor large shrink areas in stores.
Report incidents to the asset protection manager.
Support customer and associate relations through communication and training.
Provide credible court testimony.
Identify areas of high theft.
Verify compliance with corporate policies.
Promote and follow company initiatives.
Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis.
Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.