Asset Protection Specialist - Visible Store Security

Wegmans; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

Wegmans in Buffalo, NY seeks an Asset Protection Officer to maintain a visible security presence at the front of the store and in the parking areas. You will escort staff and customers as needed, intervene in conflicts, and inspect doors, windows and gates to uphold security.

Clear communication and restraint are essential in this role. Qualified candidates have an armed-officer background with a valid firearm license, plus driving privileges, and the ability to stay composed under pressure.

Qualifications

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency.
• Valid license to carry a firearm.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure.
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments.
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey the outside parking areas.
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested
• Intervene with and effectively diffuse customer conflicts
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates to ensure high levels of security
• Monitor store environment to deter undesirable activity on the property

Skills

Arrest authority

Conflict management

Communication skills

Ability under pressure

Patrol awareness

Education

Associate's degree in criminal justice

EMT certification

AED certification

APR certification

FAC certification

Job description

Wegmans in Buffalo, NY seeks an Asset Protection Officer to maintain a visible security presence at the front of the store and in the parking areas. You will escort staff and customers as needed, intervene in conflicts, and inspect doors, windows and gates to uphold security.

Clear communication and restraint are essential in this role. Qualified candidates have an armed-officer background with a valid firearm license, plus driving privileges, and the ability to stay composed under pressure.