Senior Asset Protection Specialist

Goodwill SOLAC•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Asset Protection Lead, Asset Protection Supervisor, & the Sr. Compliance, Risk & Safety Manager, under the guidance of the Vice President (V.P.) of Corporate Compliance, this role plans and directs the company’s efforts to prevent and minimize the loss of assets. The position assists in the development of policies, procedures, and programs relating to the protection of company assets, and helps gauge risk exposure and potential liability while developing sound risk control measures. This role also assists in developing, evaluating, and monitoring loss-prevention systems at all store locations, off-site facilities, ADC locations, and Transportation.

Requirements

High School education minimum, Bachelor of Arts Degree preferred.
Three years’ experience in security, loss prevention, and investigative services.
One year of supervisory experience.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Flexible and adaptable in handling security matters 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Ability to work with all levels and management.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Must have a basic understanding of computers and how they operate.
Ability to solve problems as they arise.
Ability to react appropriately in a stressful situation.
Extensive knowledge of current laws relating to security issues as they affect employers/employees, service participants, customers, contractors, and others who have contact with or do business with the organization.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to interact with all levels of management, employees, service participants, security agencies and the general public.
Ability to write accurate, concise, and grammatically correct memoranda and reports.
Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
Support the ethical standards of the organization.
Valid CA Driver’s License, liability insurance, and a DMV printout that is acceptable to Goodwill’s insurance company.
Must be willing to use his/her personal vehicle in the course of employment.

Nice To Haves

Valid Guard Card preferred.

Responsibilities

Safeguard company property, including donated goods.
Reports and takes appropriate action on any incidents of theft or unauthorized possession of company property.
Provides leadership necessary to maintain a safe working environment throughout the company.
Acts safely at all times.
Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Manages the human resources and physical assets within the area(s) of responsibility by effectively planning and efficiently organizing, prioritizing, problem-solving, leading, motivating, coaching, training, and disciplining.
Promotes and demonstrates cooperation and teamwork.
Assists and shares knowledge and information with other employees as needed.
Uses good interpersonal skills such as courteousness, sensitivity, politeness, and thoughtfulness.
Set a good example for service participants receiving training at Goodwill and for all employees.
Responsible for the security of the company’s property, the safety of employees and service participants through sound security practices and procedures.
Provides planning and recommendations for perimeter controls, entrance and exit controls, CCTV needs, and fixturing that impact loss prevention, internal and external.
Establishes specifications, evaluates competitive bids as applicable, and ensures compliance with standards and contract terms for loss prevention.
Administers and directs all company investigative efforts including field investigation and undercover operations.
Identifies subsequent corrective actions designed to reduce risk.
Responsible for monitoring and ensuring proper maintenance of security and fire alarm systems.
Controls staff security code access systems and key issuance.
Ensures company property is not removed without proper approvals.
Maintains appropriate inspection tours of the buildings and grounds to watch for and guard against fire, theft, illegal entry, infractions of safety regulations, and other irregularities.
Performs other duties as assigned.