Loss Prevention Specialist
Albertsons•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Loss Prevention Specialist is responsible for protecting company assets by reducing shrink, preventing theft, and ensuring a safe store environment. This role supports store operations through proactive loss prevention practices, investigations, and compliance monitoring while maintaining professionalism and customer respect.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the store
- Ability to remain alert and focused for extended periods
- Ability to respond quickly to incidents when needed
Nice To Haves
- Previous loss prevention, security, or retail experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Monitor store activity to identify and prevent theft, fraud, and policy violations
- Conduct both overt and covert surveillance of high-risk areas
- Investigate incidents of internal and external theft
- Support execution of shrink reduction initiatives and store safety programs
- Ensure a safe environment for customers and associates
- Identify potential safety risks and report concerns to leadership
- Monitor compliance with safety procedures and emergency protocols
- Assist in emergency response situations as needed
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and asset protection standards
- Conduct audits of cash handling, inventory, and operational processes
- Document incidents accurately and maintain proper records and reports
- Partner with store leadership on corrective actions and process improvements
- Collaborate with store leadership to promote awareness of loss prevention practices
- Provide guidance and training to associates on theft prevention and safety
- Support a culture of accountability and integrity throughout the store
- Maintain a professional presence when interacting with customers and associates
- Coordinate with law enforcement when necessary in accordance with company policy
- Handle sensitive situations with discretion and sound judgment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
