Loss Prevention Specialist

Albertsons • Cedar Hill, TX

2d

About The Position

The Loss Prevention Specialist supports store safety, security, asset protection, and shrink reduction initiatives. The role helps identify and prevent theft, fraud, inventory loss, and operational risks while promoting a safe environment for customers and associates. The specialist works closely with store leadership and associates to support compliance with company policies, investigative procedures, and loss prevention programs.

The position combines asset protection, safety inspections, incident investigations and reporting, operational audits, associate education, and customer service. It requires a visible, professional presence on the sales floor and the ability to balance security responsibilities with a welcoming shopping environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong observation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and move throughout all areas of the store and surrounding property.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and climbing.
• Ability to respond quickly to safety and security situations.
• Knowledge of retail loss prevention and asset protection practices, investigative and observation techniques, safety and security procedures, inventory control and shrink reduction strategies, incident documentation and report writing, and conflict management and de-escalation techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality, with professional judgment and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail, security, military, law enforcement, or loss prevention experience.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques and loss prevention principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor store activity to identify and reduce theft, fraud, and operational losses.
• Conduct surveillance and observe customer and associate activity in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Investigate shoplifting, internal theft, policy violations, and inventory discrepancies.
• Assist with apprehensions and incident response procedures when authorized and trained.
• Support inventory accuracy initiatives and shrink reduction programs.
• Promote a safe shopping and working environment; conduct routine safety inspections and identify hazards.
• Assist with accident investigations and documentation, and monitor emergency preparedness procedures and security protocols.
• Prepare detailed reports, document evidence, maintain records, review exception reporting, and identify unusual activity patterns.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and corporate asset protection personnel when necessary, while maintaining investigation confidentiality.
• Audit operational processes, cash handling, receiving practices, and inventory controls; verify policy and regulatory compliance.
• Identify process gaps, recommend corrective actions, and support store leadership in implementing loss prevention best practices.
• Educate associates on theft prevention, safety practices, and asset protection procedures; assist with training and awareness initiatives.
• Promote accountability and integrity and provide guidance on policy compliance and operational controls.
• Maintain a visible, professional presence on the sales floor, interact respectfully with customers, and support a welcoming shopping environment while protecting company assets.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through the company's partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• An inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED