Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer in Michigan is seeking an Asset Protection Specialist responsible for preventing theft and fraud within the store. Duties include monitoring security systems, preparing case reports, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates must demonstrate integrity and a strong focus on operational objectives while ensuring the safety of associates and customers. The role requires vigilance in identifying risks and reporting hazardous conditions to management.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify theft and fraud incidents.
• Strong observation skills to review CCTV and exception reports.
• Integrity in handling evidence and interacting with law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss by theft and fraud.
• Prepare detailed case reports documenting apprehensions.
• Report hazardous conditions to the Manager on Duty.

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.