Loss Prevention Detective
About The Position
The Loss Prevention Detective completes daily tasks required for store loss prevention and safety programs while maintaining positive relationships with Store Management. The role helps identify and resolve internal and external theft, conducts apprehensions within established policies and guidelines, and communicates with store Associates about damage and shrink initiatives. It supports store shrink-reduction goals and programs, encourages the use of shrink-reduction resources, and promotes safety awareness and a safe environment. The position involves observing, apprehending, or deterring acts of dishonesty; participating in investigations and surveillance as assigned; maintaining evidence; completing and distributing paperwork accurately and promptly; and participating professionally in legal activities such as police calls when needed. The detective provides courteous, knowledgeable customer service, maintains confidentiality, follows shoplifter guidelines and labor laws, and adapts to changes or unexpected situations. A flexible schedule is required to support business needs.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills and sound judgment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic time-management skills.
- Investigative and analytical skills.
- Ability to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations.
- Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors to accomplish tasks.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to support business needs.
- 0–2 years of retail or security experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete daily tasks required for store loss prevention and safety programs.
- Maintain positive relationships with Store Management.
- Conduct apprehensions in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
- Communicate with store Associates about damage and shrink initiatives.
- Identify and resolve internal and external theft.
- Adhere to established shoplifter guidelines and policies.
- Provide timely, courteous, and knowledgeable service to customers.
- Promote honesty and integrity, and maintain confidentiality.
- Observe, apprehend, and/or deter acts of dishonesty from outside sources.
- Participate in investigations and surveillance as assigned.
- Ensure apprehensions are consistent with store theft activity.
- Complete and distribute paperwork accurately and promptly.
- Maintain appropriate evidence and demonstrate understanding of law enforcement procedures; participate professionally in legal activities as needed, such as police calls.
- Coordinate and complete shrink-related activities in partnership with Store Management.
- Adhere to labor laws, policies, and procedures.
- Support and participate in store shrink-reduction goals and programs.
- Encourage Associate use of shrink-reduction resources.
- Promote safety awareness and support maintenance of a safe environment.
Benefits
- Associate discount
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Smoking cessation support
- Bereavement benefit
- 401(k) Associate contributions
- Child care and cell phone discounts
- Pet insurance
- Legal insurance
- Credit union
- Referral bonuses
- 401(k) match for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Health savings account (HSA) for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Health care flexible spending account (FSA) for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Life insurance for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Short- and long-term disability for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Paid parental leave for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time for those meeting service or hours requirements
- Auto and home insurance discounts
- Scholarship program
- Adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
