Loss Prevention Detective

TJX•Knightdale, NC
•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 within established policies and guidelines, and supports store shrink-reduction goals. It also promotes a safe environment, communicates with Associates about damage and shrink initiatives, and provides customers with timely, courteous, and knowledgeable service. The position involves observing, deterring, and investigating dishonest activity; participating in investigations and surveillance as assigned; and ensuring apprehensions are consistent with store theft activity. The Detective completes and distributes accurate, timely paperwork, maintains appropriate evidence, understands law enforcement procedures, and participates professionally in legal activities as needed. The role adheres to labor laws and company policies and procedures, encourages Associates to use shrink-reduction resources, and supports safety awareness. The position is at TJ Maxx Store 1118 in Knightdale, North Carolina. Starting pay is $14.55 to $20.40 per hour, with actual pay based on relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and, for some benefits, service or hours requirements.

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 follow shoplifter guidelines and policies.
  • Communicate with store Associates about damage and shrink initiatives.
  • Identify and resolve internal and external theft.
  • Provide customers with timely, courteous, and knowledgeable service.
  • Promote honesty and integrity and maintain confidentiality.
  • Observe, apprehend, and/or deter dishonest acts from outside sources.
  • Participate in investigations and surveillance as assigned.
  • Ensure apprehensions are consistent with store theft activity.
  • Complete and distribute paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain appropriate evidence, understand law enforcement procedures, and participate professionally in legal activities as needed, including 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 discounts
  • Cell phone discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Legal insurance
  • Credit union
  • Referral bonuses
  • 401(k) match for eligible Associates
  • Medical insurance for eligible Associates
  • Dental insurance for eligible Associates
  • Vision insurance 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-term disability for eligible Associates
  • Long-term disability for eligible Associates
  • Paid parental leave for eligible Associates
  • Paid holidays for eligible Associates
  • Paid vacation for eligible Associates
  • Paid sick time for eligible Associates
  • Auto and home insurance discounts
  • Scholarship program
  • Adoption assistance
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