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About The Position

As an Asset Protection Detective at Macy’s, you will help protect company assets, reduce shortage, and support a safe, customer-focused shopping environment. You will use surveillance techniques, investigative tools, and reporting systems to identify theft, dishonest activity, and shortage trends; recover merchandise; and support investigations in partnership with store teams, Asset Protection leaders, and law enforcement. The role requires sound judgment, de-escalation, adherence to company policies and legal standards, and clear documentation. You may also testify in court, respond to alarm calls, support special assignments, and facilitate first aid when needed. The position involves prolonged standing and walking, time in surveillance areas, and the ability to apprehend shoplifters. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled for 30 or more hours per week. All schedules include weekend shifts, and hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.

Requirements

  • Ability to observe, identify, and respond to suspicious activity in a retail environment.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to partner effectively with customers, colleagues, leaders, and law enforcement.
  • Ability to use sound judgment, de-escalation tools, and company procedures to support a safe environment.
  • Ability to handle proprietary, sensitive, and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
  • For jobs in New York, a current New York State Security Guard License is required.
  • Ability to apprehend shoplifters.
  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and sustain long periods in enclosed surveillance areas.
  • Ability to move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials; occasional reaching above eye level, stooping, kneeling, or crouching may be required.
  • Frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in retail, customer service, asset protection, security, investigations, or law enforcement.
  • Ability to prepare accurate reports, statements, and documentation related to incidents and investigations.
  • Experience using surveillance systems, reporting tools, or investigative technology.
  • Ability to train or coach colleagues on asset protection protocols, shortage reduction, or safety practices.

Responsibilities

  • Use surveillance techniques, investigative tools, and reporting systems to identify theft, dishonest activity, and shortage trends.
  • Partner with Asset Protection leaders, store teams, and law enforcement to support investigations and protect company assets.
  • Apply de-escalation tools and sound judgment to help maintain a safe environment for customers and colleagues.
  • Prepare clear, timely, and accurate reports, statements, evidence, and documentation for investigations, audits, and legal proceedings.
  • Identify, investigate, and respond to theft and dishonest activity; support apprehensions of shoplifters and dishonest employees in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Recover stolen merchandise and preserve evidence to support investigations.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and legal standards related to apprehensions, searches, and evidence preservation.
  • Testify in criminal and civil court cases as needed.
  • Respond to alarm calls, support special assignments, and facilitate first aid for customers and colleagues when needed.
  • Train colleagues on asset protection protocols and foster an environment of acceptance and respect.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Eight paid holidays
  • Continuous learning and leadership development
  • Colleague Resource Groups
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Merchandise discounts
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Annual merit review
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice

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