Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer is seeking an Asset Protection Specialist to minimize financial loss due to theft and fraud in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves monitoring store security, preparing detailed reports, and liaising with law enforcement. The ideal candidate shows integrity, responds to safety concerns, and supports key operational responsibilities. Join the team to help drive a culture focused on asset protection and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate integrity and respond to asset protection concerns.
• Skills in interacting with law enforcement and preparing case reports.
• Ability to report unsafe conditions and handle responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss due to theft and fraud.
• Monitor physical security and utilize tools to minimize loss.
• Interact with law enforcement and testify in court.

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Asset Protection Specialist is primarily responsible for preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting safety and environmental program compliance in their assigned store/multiple stores. They utilize tools to minimize loss to the Company, including but not limited to identifying incidents of theft and fraud, reviewing CCTV and exception reports, monitoring the store's physical security, auditing the Electronic Article Surveillance and driving a shrink elimination culture in the store. Other responsibilities include: preparing accurate and detailed case reports documenting your apprehensions and recoveries, preserving evidence, interacting with law enforcement and testifying in criminal and civil court actions. The Asset Protection Specialist must report any hazardous or unsafe condition to the Manager on Duty and carry out job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes the risk of injury to themselves, other associates, vendors, customers, and the Company. They must demonstrate integrity at all times, respond to asset protection and operational concerns of all associates and remain focused on store specific business objectives while supporting key asset protection and operational responsibilities.