Loss Prevention Associates Retail Shop

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Loss Prevention Associate for a Retail Shop in Manhattan. The role involves surveillance, shoplifter apprehension, and ensuring store safety. The candidate should have experience in security or loss prevention and be able to work flexible hours.

Qualifications include 18+ years, high school diploma or 5 years verifiable experience, strong communication, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screens. Driving may be required in some cases.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Previous law enforcement or military preferred or prior retail loss prevention experience.
• Background check and drug screen required by employment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Driving positions require valid driver's license and safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a Retail Shop located in Manhattan.
• Detect and apprehend shoplifters following company policy.
• Perform surveillance while walking the sales floor and engaging customers.
• Travel to store locations within 25 miles of home.
• Work retail store hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Operate retail security equipment and cameras when needed.
• Maintain orderly, safe store environment.

Skills

Retail loss prevention

Customer service

Communication skills

Crisis awareness

Security awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security camera systems

Job description

Overview

Company Overview: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

Allied Universal is hiring Loss Prevention Associates to oversee a Retail Shop located in Manhattan.

• Positions Are: Full Time
• Work Shifts Available: 11am - 7pm
• Workdays Available: Candidates should be flexible Monday –Sunday
• Pay Rate: $24.63 - $25.63 hour

Allied Universal is seeking the position of a Loss Prevention Associate.

A Loss Prevention Associate allows us to contribute to our company's core purpose of providing unparalleled service, systems and solutions to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses of our communities. We are looking for an experienced Loss Prevention Associate that has a background in the apprehension of shoplifters. Previous security experience or former military/ law enforcement encouraged to apply.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Previous Law Enforcement or Military preferred or prior retail Loss Prevention experience - Undercover experience a plus
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
• Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Ability to travel to store locations within 25 miles of home
• Ability to work retail store hours - to work evening and weekends
• Possesses general operating knowledge of retail security camera equipment
• Blend into a retail environment
• Perform successful customer surveillance while walking the sales floor
• Detect and apprehend shoplifters following company policy and guidelines
• Able to:
  • Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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