Retail Crime Investigator

Weis Markets; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Weis Markets is seeking an Asset Protection Investigator to deter theft, analyze incidents, and strengthen store security through proactive investigations.

Responsibilities include operating the CCTV system, conducting undercover surveillance, coordinating with law enforcement, and supporting stores during disruptions, while working a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business, or related field.
• One year retail loss prevention experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve external theft (Shoplifting, Organized Retail Crime, etc.).
• Gathers, analyzes, and evaluates intelligence on individuals and groups involved in organizational retail crime.
• Thoroughly documents information gathered to aid in successful prosecution.
• Provide guidance to store Asset Protection teams on investigative plans.
• Operate the store CCTV system.
• Conduct undercover surveillances.
• Act as a liaison between Weis Markets and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Refers cases to law enforcement for prosecution.
• Professionally represent Weis Markets in court hearings and mediations.
• Effectively manage time and scheduling to best suit the company’s needs including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights.
• Travel to multiple locations within an assigned area and provide investigative support.
• Partners with Store Management and associates to best protect the company assets.
• Supports stores in cases of significant business disruptions (robbery, protests, natural disasters, etc.).

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business, or related field

Job description

Location Address

1000 Weis Remote Road

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Investigate and resolve external theft (Shoplifting, Organized Retail Crime, etc.).
• Gathers, analyzes, and evaluates intelligence on individuals and groups involved in organizational retail crime.
• Thoroughly documents information gathered to aid in successful prosecution.
• Provides guidance to store Asset Protection teams on investigative plans.
• Operate the store CCTV system.
• Conduct undercover surveillances.
• Act as a liaison between Weis Markets and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Refers cases to law enforcement for prosecution.
• Professionally represent Weis Markets in court hearings and mediations.
• Effectively manage time and scheduling to best suit the company’s needs including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights.
• Travel to multiple locations within an assigned area and provide investigative support.
• Partners with Store Management and associates to best protect the company assets.
• Supports stores in cases of significant business disruptions (robbery, protests, natural disasters, etc.).

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not directly supervise associates.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business, or related field preferred, plus one (1) year retail loss prevention experience in a retail store environment.

Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets.