Loss Prevention Specialist: Retail Security (Evenings/Weekends)

fivebelow; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Below is seeking an attentive Loss Prevention Associate in Philadelphia who will help protect people and merchandise. The role emphasizes enforcing policies, conducting security checks, and providing a friendly, safe shopping environment.

You will work closely with store leadership, handle entrance activities, monitor deliveries, and perform routine floor patrols. Strong communication, reliability, and basic retail knowledge are expected to succeed in this hourly position.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of staff and management.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 - 2 years or retail Loss Prevention experience.
• Basic understanding of retail or security.
• Ability to work nights and weekends appropriately to retail business needs.
• Must be able to stand / walk sales floor for 8 hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift and carry 20lbs.
• Regular time and attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability to work Independently
• Full understanding of Five Below policy and procedure
• Has general product knowledge in key departmental areas

Responsibilities

• Contribute to shrinkage reduction and investigations.
• Work closely with the General Manager to ensure that all employees are following policies and procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining the employee entrance, where applicable.
• Keep track of all packages delivered through the employee entrance, excluding normal scheduled shipments.
• Conduct security checks and recommend loss-prevention measures.
• Perform figure 8's in store and stay mobile.
• Provide a visual presence at the entrance/exit through courteous and professional interaction with customers.
• Conduct safety inspections and report hazards to store management.
• Greet customers as a Five Below associate.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Loss Prevention

Retail knowledge

Evening/weekend shifts

Stamina for standing

Lifting 20 lbs

Punctuality

Independent work

Policy knowledge

Product knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Five Below is seeking an attentive Loss Prevention Associate in Philadelphia who will help protect people and merchandise. The role emphasizes enforcing policies, conducting security checks, and providing a friendly, safe shopping environment.

You will work closely with store leadership, handle entrance activities, monitor deliveries, and perform routine floor patrols. Strong communication, reliability, and basic retail knowledge are expected to succeed in this hourly position.