Loss Prevention Detective

TJX•Buena Park, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Loss Prevention Detective completes daily tasks for store loss prevention and safety programs at a TJ Maxx store. The role works with Store Management and store Associates to help reduce shrink, address theft, support safety, and provide courteous customer service. It conducts apprehensions in accordance with established policies and guidelines, participates in investigations and surveillance as assigned, and maintains accurate paperwork and appropriate evidence. The position requires confidentiality, sound judgment, and professional participation in legal activities as needed.

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, ensuring 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 honesty and integrity while maintaining 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.
  • Coordinate and complete shrink-related activities in partnership with Store Management.
  • Adhere to labor laws, policies, and procedures.
  • Support store shrink-reduction goals and programs and 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) contributions
  • Child care and cell phone discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Legal insurance
  • Credit union
  • Referral bonuses
  • 401(k) match for eligible Associates
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible Associates
  • Health savings account (HSA) for eligible Associates
  • Health care flexible spending account (FSA) for eligible Associates
  • Life insurance for eligible Associates
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage for eligible Associates
  • Paid parental leave for eligible Associates
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time for eligible Associates
  • Auto and home insurance discounts
  • Scholarship program
  • Adoption assistance
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