Loss Prevention Store Detective

TJX•Scarborough, ME
•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Loss Prevention Store Detective completes daily tasks required for store loss prevention and safety programs. The role maintains positive relationships with Store Management, conducts apprehensions in accordance with established policies and guidelines, and communicates with store Associates about damage and shrink initiatives. The position identifies and resolves internal and external theft, supports investigations and surveillance, and helps achieve store shrink-reduction goals while promoting a safe environment. The role provides timely, courteous, and knowledgeable customer service and promotes honesty, integrity, and confidentiality. It completes and distributes paperwork accurately and on time, maintains appropriate evidence, demonstrates an understanding of law enforcement procedures, and participates professionally in legal activities as needed. The position also coordinates shrink-related activities with Store Management and adheres to labor laws and company policies and procedures. The position is located at Marshalls Store 0397, 700 Gallery Blvd Suite D&E, Scarborough, Maine. The posting lists a starting pay range of USD $17.00 to $20.40 per hour; actual starting pay depends on relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

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 in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
  • Communicate with store Associates about damage and shrink initiatives.
  • Identify and resolve internal and external theft.
  • Follow established shoplifter guidelines and policies.
  • Provide timely, courteous, and knowledgeable service to customers.
  • Promote honesty and integrity and maintain confidentiality.
  • Observe, apprehend, and/or deter acts of dishonesty from outside sources.
  • Participate in investigations and surveillance as assigned.
  • Ensure apprehensions are consistent with store theft activity.
  • 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) with Associate contributions
  • Child care discounts
  • Cell phone discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Legal insurance
  • Credit union
  • Referral bonuses
  • 401(k) match for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Medical insurance for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Dental insurance for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Vision insurance for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Health savings account (HSA) for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Health care flexible spending account (FSA) for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Life insurance for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Short- and long-term disability for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Paid parental leave for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time for those meeting service or hours requirements
  • Auto and home insurance discounts
  • Scholarship program
  • Adoption assistance
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