Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer is seeking an Asset Protection Specialist responsible for minimizing financial loss from theft and fraud. The role includes monitoring security, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should demonstrate integrity and have the ability to work closely with law enforcement. The position supports essential asset protection duties while focusing on the store's objectives.

Qualifications

• Integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact with law enforcement.
• Capability to conduct audits and monitor security.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss from theft and fraud.
• Prepare detailed reports of apprehensions.
• Interact with law enforcement and testify as needed.

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.