25058 - Loss Prevention Associate

NSLC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial liquor authority in Halifax is looking for a Loss Prevention Associate to provide security and loss prevention expertise. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe environment, educating employees on loss prevention strategies, and responding to incidents. The ideal candidate will have a background in criminal justice and 3-5 years of Loss Prevention experience. The role offers a full-time position with a salary range of $57,624 - $66,188.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Loss Prevention enforcement and/or corporate security.
• Training or certification in de-escalation or defense tactics.
• Ability to pass a security background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to stakeholders.
• Educate retail employees on safety programs.
• Identify patterns of criminality through software.

Skills

Customer service

Incident response

Crime prevention

De-escalation

Risk mitigation

Education

Post-secondary education in criminal justice

Tools

Case management software

Security hardware

Job description

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The Opportunity

The Loss Prevention Associate plays a key supportive role in providing frontline security and loss prevention expertise. Responsible for ensuring a safe retail environment for our employees, shoppers, and guests at all NSLC locations. This support will be provided by identifying and minimizing incidents via risk mitigation strategies, collaboration with the Security Operations Center, and partnership with retail team members.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders through incident response, crime prevention, and industry best practices.
• Educate and provide guidance to retail employees on safety programs, loss prevention strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize case management software to identify patterns of criminality or workplace violence.
• Maintain a visible presence on the sales floor to deter potential theft, engaging with known suspects and denying entry to NSLC locations.
• Regularly patrol the sales floor to deter retail crime and check for security vulnerabilities.
• Identify and respond to criminal incidents within established security protocols, which may include physical intervention.
• De-escalate situations involving dissatisfied or disruptive individuals while maintaining professionalism.
• Maintain communication with Security Operators in the SOC.
• Provide investigative support to internal teams, law enforcement, and external agencies.
• Prepare and file investigation notes, recommendations, and outcomes.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of Loss Prevention programs.
• Escalate security hardware issues to the Security Operations Center.
• Attend court as required on behalf of the NSLC.
• Demonstrate commitment to NSLC's values and social responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to workplace health and safety standards.
• Travel and work on-call as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you'll need

Qualifications

As a qualified candidate, you will have:

• Post-secondary education in criminal justice and protective security services or related experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in Loss Prevention enforcement and/or corporate security.
• Training or certification in de-escalation, defense tactics, or related areas.
• Willingness to work shifts based on operational needs, including days, evenings, and Saturdays, with occasional Sundays.
• Ability to pass a security background check.
• Valid NS Driver's License with a clear abstract and reliable transportation.

As the ideal candidate, you will also have:

• Experience in law enforcement and/or retail risk management.
• Experience conducting or assisting with criminal, civil, or compliance investigations.
• Training, certification, or experience with security hardware such as locks and cameras.

An alternate combination of education and experience may be considered equivalent.

A little bit about us

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC)

Be Part of Something Good - Our people are the heart of what we do, why we do it, and are key to our ongoing success.

Since 1930, we have been serving the community by managing the responsible sale of beverage alcohol and cannabis in Nova Scotia. We contribute to the province's well-being through responsible sales, community impact, and financial contributions that help strengthen Nova Scotia. We are committed to improving the well-being of our customers, employees, and communities. For more information, please visit our website.

We value diversity and inclusion. If you require accommodations for an interview or application support, please contact us at emailprotected.

Interested in joining us?

Work With Us

If interested, please apply online by 11:59 pm on August 19, 2025.

Required Experience:

Key Skills: Access, CAD, Jira, Bid Management, Market Intelligence, Analytics

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 3-5 years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: $57,624 - $66,188