Loss Prevention Specialist
$57,485–$57,485 year
On-siteLakewood, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Develop and implement security and safety programs for employees and customers to protect company assets and improve profitability. Manage internal operations including cash handling, inventory control, facility audits, and employee activity reviews while addressing external threats such as shoplifting, vandalism, and robbery. Collaborate with department personnel to enhance loss prevention functions, conduct meetings in stores, and evaluate operations to recommend new strategies. Anticipate problems, implement policies and procedures, and prepare appropriate reports using data analysis skills. Maintain confidentiality and promote an open communication culture while performing special projects as assigned. Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred with 3-5 years of retail loss prevention experience. Must be able to travel as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice is preferred, although other 4 year degrees or commiserate experience in retail security positions may be acceptable
- 3 -5 years loss prevention experience in a business/retail environment
- Experience working with a diverse workforce
- Possesses an interest in the retail thrift business
- Previous experience in a multi-site business, or a shared service center
- Good analytical skills
- Ability to gather, evaluate and compile data and prepare appropriate reports
- Ability to use good judgment
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where challenging deadlines and constant change is the norm
- Strong planning and implementation skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good listener
- Well-organized and self-directed
- Ability to establish priorities
- Ability to make presentations and facilitate group discussions
- Sets a good example through professional attitude and conduct
- Ability to deal effectively with respect and sensitivity towards all employees
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Proficient in Windows based applications computing skills (i.e. MS Project, spreadsheets, data bases and graphics)
- Must be able to travel as needed
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