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Retail Loss Prevention Specialists

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Core Tasks Include:

  • Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
  • Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.
  • Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.
  • Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.
  • Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
  • Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.
  • Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
  • Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
  • Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.
  • Prepare written reports on investigations.
  • Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.
  • Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.
  • Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.
  • Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.
  • Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
  • Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.
  • Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
  • Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.
  • Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

  • Conduct employee background investigations and review reports with operational or human resources managers.



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