Security Specialist

The Security Specialist will support the store management team in leading the loss prevention responsibilities of providing a safe work environment while protecting the company assets. This role will also ensure the store maintains compliance with all security and loss prevention policies through training and auditing.

Key Accountabilities

• Prevent losses through teamwork and training with retail management and staff;
• Handle emergency/crisis incidents while ensuring the safety and security of all store team members and clients;
• Develop strategies to achieve and maintain shrink results that meet company expectations;
• Support the vetting, training, scheduling, and overall management of vendor guards;
• Participate in store meetings and conduct 1 on 1 training with store team members to raise awareness of loss prevention and safety policies, procedures, and standards;
• Partner with management to ensure that merchandise is protected in accordance with Loss Prevention sensoring and cabling directives;
• Maintain a strong selling floor presence with a focus on the front zone;
• Support management team on completion of theft incidents, cash discrepancies investigations, and safety related reporting;
• Build productive relationships with store team members;
• Develop relationships with local law enforcement and LP/Security partners;
• Ensure proper functioning of all store security systems such as CCTV, EAS, and Access Control;
• Assist Regional Loss Prevention Manager with special projects;
• Support with all health and safety measures;
• Assist management with the organization, preparation and execution of physical inventories;
• Proactively monitor store controls to identify potential internal employee dishonesty.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years LP and or security-related work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to quickly and confidently evaluate circumstances and make timely decisions.
• Experience in driving successful Loss Prevention, safety/fire/accident reduction & fraud prevention programs.
• Must be a self-motivated individual who can be successful in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility for scheduling to meet business needs.

Core Competencies

• Ability to perform and work with others with a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to execute assigned responsibilities in difficult and stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a fair, consistent set of standards, using judgment and discretion, and adhere to all company and department policies and procedures.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
• Self-motivated individual who can be successful in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other computer programs