Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

Kroger Family of Companies; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies (Fred Meyer division) is seeking a diligent Loss Prevention Associate in Alaska. The role focuses on preventing and reducing loss, deterring theft, and upholding safety and corporate policies across store operations.

The position requires knowledge of loss prevention, a criminal justice background, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Strong observation, communication, and confidentiality are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination.
• Experience in retail security or law enforcement.
• Knowledge of loss prevention terms and processes.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage others to deliver excellent customer service
• Detect, deter and/or detain external theft suspects
• Reduce dishonesty by preventing external and internal theft
• Monitor large shrink areas in stores
• Report incidents to the asset protection manager
• Support customer and associate relations through communication and training
• Provide credible court testimony
• Identify areas of high theft and improve controls
• Verify compliance with corporate policies
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Loss prevention knowledge

Organizational skills

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary:

Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Detect, deter and/or detain external theft suspects
• Reduce customer and associate dishonesty by initiating and encouraging actions to prevent external and internal theft
• Monitor large shrink areas in stores
• Report incidents to the asset protection manager
• Support customer and associate relations through communication and training
• Provide credible court testimony
• Identify areas of high theft
• Verify compliance with corporate policies
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures and organizational structure
• Bachelors degree in criminal justice
• Retail security experience
• Law enforcement experience
• Ability to continue education
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or a combination of relevant education and experience
• Minimum 18 years of age/21 years of age in Alaska
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
• Familiarity with loss prevention terms and processes
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills