Retail Security and Loss Prevention Specialist

Wegmans Food Markets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Overtime pay on Sundays/holidays

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking a security specialist to join our Asset Protection team. The role focuses on communicating between Asset Protection and store leadership while maintaining top-tier customer service.

The ideal candidate is independent, task-oriented, and skilled at building relationships across the store. A police background with arrest authority and firearm license is required, along with strong communication 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.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in our stores to create a positive shopping and working environment.
• Analyze trends and data to implement a strategy to maximize sales and minimize loss due to theft.
• Monitor activity to prevent loss, including apprehending and processing shoplifters.
• Foster a collaborative relationship with community partners and emergency responders.
• Coordinate and manage the use of all Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) systems.
• Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers.
• Conduct investigations as directed by leadership.

Skills

Police Officer Experience

Firearm License

Driver's License

Conflict Management

Communication Skills

Judgement Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking a security specialist to join our Asset Protection team. The role focuses on communicating between Asset Protection and store leadership while maintaining top-tier customer service.

The ideal candidate is independent, task-oriented, and skilled at building relationships across the store. A police background with arrest authority and firearm license is required, along with strong communication under pressure.