Loss Prevention Detective

TJX • Albany, NY

12d • Onsite

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 identifies and resolves internal and external theft, conducts apprehensions in accordance with established policies and guidelines, and supports store shrink-reduction goals and programs. It also promotes customer service, honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and a safe store environment.

The position participates in investigations and surveillance as assigned, completes related paperwork accurately and promptly, maintains appropriate evidence, and professionally participates in legal activities as needed. The detective coordinates shrink-related activities with Store Management, communicates with Associates about damage and shrink initiatives, and encourages the use of shrink-reduction resources. The role follows applicable labor laws, policies, and procedures and supports safety awareness.

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 within established policies and guidelines and ensure they are consistent with store theft activity.
• 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 a culture of honesty and integrity and maintain confidentiality.
• Observe, apprehend, and/or deter acts of dishonesty from outside sources.
• Participate in investigations and surveillance as assigned.
• Complete and distribute paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Maintain appropriate evidence, understand law enforcement procedures, and participate professionally in legal activities as needed, such as police calls.
• Coordinate 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)
• Health care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Auto and home insurance discounts
• Scholarship program
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

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