Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A large home improvement retailer is seeking an Asset Protection Specialist responsible for preventing theft and fraud while ensuring compliance with safety programs. This role includes tasks such as monitoring security systems, preparing detailed reports, and collaborating with law enforcement. The ideal candidate should demonstrate integrity, have a strong focus on safety, and be dedicated to minimizing financial losses. The position emphasizes a proactive approach to loss prevention in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate integrity at all times.
• Ability to interact with law enforcement and testify in court.
• Competence in reviewing CCTV and exception reports.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss from theft and fraud.
• Prepare detailed case reports documenting apprehensions.
• Report hazardous or unsafe conditions to management.

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.