This role is responsible to monitor customer and associate activity in assigned store for potential theft and prevent loss of company asset; support asset protection team with initiatives to minimize shrinkage. Monitor cameras and other surveillance equipment in accordance with company policy and procedure to identify and detect suspicious activity; communicate potential shrink and security issue/risk to supervisor or store management.  

Here’s what you’ll do: 

• Responsible to monitor customers and associates while undercover in assigned store for potential theft and prevent loss of company property and asset while maintaining a safe business environment.  

• Identify shrink prevention opportunities, detect and apprehend suspected shoplifters, collect necessary evidence and document the incident to prepare a detailed investigation report that can be used as evidence in a court of law, if necessary.  

• Monitor cameras and other surveillance equipment for potential theft and prevent loss of company assets by watching for irregular or unusual activities (i.e., security breach or violation) that may create security concerns.  

• Communicate potential shrink and security issues or risks to supervisor or store management.  

• Investigate suspicious activity and effectively communicate with suspected shoplifters; maintain effective working relationship with local authorities, law enforcement officials and store management.  

• Adhere to established company ethical standards and apprehension guidelines/policy in all surveillance and apprehension activity. 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all investigation related information.  

• Provide testimony in court on cases, as required by law enforcement officers or court representatives.  

• Assist in training and promoting awareness in various areas of operations and shrink control.  

• Assist asset protection team with internal and external investigation as directed.  

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 

Here’s what you’ll need:  

• High School Graduate (Required). 

• One year experience in loss prevention or related area preferred. 

• Good Written and verbal communication skills.  

• Good organizational, attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong report writing skills; ability to write clear, concise and non-biased reports.  

• Working knowledge of operating cameras and other surveillance equipment, and how chain of evidence is maintained. 

• Familiar with state laws and statutes related to the crime of shoplifting and apprehensions. Proficiency in MS Office (Word and Excel).  

• Ability to travel to multiple store locations as needed.