Retail Loss Prevention and Safety Associate

IKEA; United States; On-site; USD 24,479 - 34,867; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition discount

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Co-worker discount

Meal deal

Pet insurance

Education assistance

Telehealth visits

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans

Job summary

A leading global furnishing retailer is seeking a Retail Loss Prevention and Safety Associate. This role involves ensuring safety and security for people and property, completing audits, and maintaining safety equipment. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma, with strong leadership and critical thinking skills. The position offers competitive pay and generous benefits, supporting a vibrant team culture.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in safety, security, compliance, loss prevention, or asset protection in a retail environment.
• Strong safety and audit background with writing skills.
• Candidates in specific states must be eligible for a security guard license.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and security of people and property per local regulations.
• Completes safety, security, and compliance audits.
• Maintains critical safety equipment and responds to emergencies.

Skills

Safety and audit background

De-escalation capabilities

Leadership capabilities

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Retail Loss Prevention and Safety Associate

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Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in safety, security, compliance, loss prevention, or asset protection in a retail environment.
• Strong safety and audit background with writing skills.
• Strong de‑escalation capabilities and keen eye for suspicious behavior and activity.
• Strong leadership capabilities and values that align with IKEA values.
• Critical thinker, team player who can work well with others and complete tasks independently.
• Punctual and responsible.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates in New York, Oregon, and St. Louis, MO, must be eligible to obtain a security guard license as required by applicable local law; obtaining the license is a required condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and security of people and property per local regulations.
• Completes safety, security, and compliance audits and trainings.
• Maintains critical safety equipment such as alarms, radios, and security systems.
• Reports and follows up on incidents that occur.
• Responds to and coordinates emergency situations such as burglar alarms, fire alarms, active shooter and other emergencies.

Team Overview

You could think that we have supernatural powers, but the truth is that our team is really great at putting our insights together to detect potential risks early on. We’re a diverse group of people who work together to protect and strengthen the IKEA brand through our laser focus on risk management, data protection, compliance, business operations, health and safety. Thanks to us our assets, co‑workers, visitors and customers can feel safe. At least we think that’s pretty cool!

Job Details

Job type: Permanent, Full‑time. Hours: 34–40 per week with availability Monday–Sunday 7:00 AM–11:00 PM. Salary: $17.77–$25.31 per hour.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
• WiselyPay – earn wages up to two days early
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co‑worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• Pet insurance program
• Education assistance and learning programs
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• 24/7 telehealth visits
• Dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans (require 20 hours per week)

Screening

This is a Sensitive Position. Successful candidates will be required to complete and pass a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment.