Asset Protection - Agent - Burbank Empire Center Rack

Nordstrom Inc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Merchandise discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc in Burbank, CA is seeking an Asset Protection Agent to safeguard customers, teams and merchandise. You will partner with the Emergency Response Team to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies while mitigating shrinkage and conducting investigations.

The role requires upholding policy, using surveillance tools, coordinating with leadership, and building partnerships with local law enforcement. Strong judgment, confidentiality, and flexible scheduling are essential.

Qualifications

• Active security license required in specified locations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments.
• Experience in investigative, asset protection and security procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolve theft using policy and conduct quality apprehensions with good judgment in high shrinkage areas.
• Identify theft trends using technology, reporting and surveillance.
• Drive shrinkage reduction by action plans and merchandised protection standards.
• Support internal theft investigations through reporting, surveillance, and processes.
• Investigate internal theft by gathering evidence and coordinating with AP leadership and investigations teams.
• Use video systems to monitor theft activity and aid investigations.
• Leverage RFID data to view merchandise movement and aid item-level investigations.
• Maintain safety and security of customers and employees by handling incidents and reporting.
• Lead security audits and shrinkage awareness training within the store.
• Serve on the store Emergency Response Team and participate in emergency trainings.

Skills

Decision making

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Ownership & accountability

Flexible schedule

Licensing requirements

Investigative security

Job description

Job Description

The Asset Protection (AP) team's function is to keep our customers, teams and brands safe. AP partners with the store Emergency Response Team (ERT) to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a variety of emergencies. AP also protects company profits by mitigating shrinkage risks, as well as preventing, investigating, and resolving theft, to ensure merchandise is available for our customers. Asset Protection’s strategies are driven by our three Asset Protection Pillars:

• Protect People by providing support for employee and customer safety.
• Protect Physical Spaces by protecting our assets which include both building and merchandise.
• Support Product Accuracy through store partnership working towards improved inventory accuracy and reduction of shrinkage.

When working in Asset Protection, no two days will be the same, however a typical day in the life of an Asset Protection Agent will likely include the following responsibilities:

• Resolve theft by using good judgment and conduct quality apprehensions in high shrinkage areas while strictly adhering to policy, procedures, and AP leadership guidance.
• Identify theft trends by leveraging technology, reporting and surveillance tactics.
• Drive a shrinkage reduction culture by implementing action plans and merchandise protection standards.
• Identify, support internal theft investigations through various methods including, but not limited to, exception-based reporting and surveillance systems.
• Investigate internal theft by gathering evidence and partnering with AP Leadership and Investigation teams.
• Use video systems to monitor theft activity and support investigations.
• Leverage RFID data to view merchandise movement at the highest level and aid item level investigations with merchandise inaccuracies.
• Maintain the general safety and security of customers, employees, and store by responding to, escalating, and reporting all store security and emergency incidents including medical emergencies.
• Support the security of our physical spaces and those within by leading security audits, participating in store meetings, and leading shrinkage awareness efforts and training within the store.
• Serve as a member of the store Emergency Response Team (ERT) and actively participate in store emergency response training, including First Aid.
• Prepare and submit prompt and complete reports for all high-profile incidents, merchandise recoveries, investigations, policy violations, safety incidents and other illegal activities, etc.
• Testify in court when summoned for criminal and/or civil cases.
• Build cross functional partnerships with store leaders, neighboring retailers, and local law enforcement.

Requirements

• A valid security license is required for this role in Washington DC; Denver, Colorado; New York City, New York; St. Louis, Missouri; and Oregon
• The ability to make, and be accountable for, decisions use good judgement in a fast-paced environment.
• Have detailed, clear and concise verbal and written skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• A calm demeanor when dealing with safety issues, including dealing with individuals who engage in aggressive behavior.
• Accountability, initiative, and a high level of ownership.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Meet any state and local licensing requirements.
• Experience in investigative, asset protection and security procedures (preferred).

Pay Range Details

$26.70 - $27.80 Hourly

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
• This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.
• Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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About Us

We're a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we're building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you're a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

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