Security / Loss Prevention Officer

Per Mar Security Services; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Per Mar Security Services in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Full-Time Loss Prevention Officer to deter shoplifting, patrol stores, and report incidents. The role requires strong report writing, clear communication, and the ability to interact with law enforcement as needed. Pre-employment background checks and drug screening are part of the process.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in loss prevention or law enforcement is a plus but not required; training will

Qualifications

• Report writing is required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately through verbal and written means.

Responsibilities

• Identify and apprehend shoplifters through floor patrol and CCTV.
• Report writing on incidents and daily activity.
• Interact with local law enforcement as needed.
• Provide courtroom testimony as required.

Skills

Report Writing

Communication skills

English proficiency

Observation/ Patrol

Interacting with law enforcement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Work with the best! Per Mar Security, an industry leader in providing integrated security solutions, is seeking hardworking, motivated people. Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family‑owned, full‑service security company in the Midwest with more than 2,600 team members, operating in 25 branch locations. The company provides full‑service security solutions for homes and businesses, including security officer services, smart home automation, burglar and fire alarms, access control, security cameras, alarm monitoring, investigative services, and background checks.

Job Skills / Requirements

Immediate Openings for Full‑Time Loss Prevention Officer

Job Description

• Identify and Apprehend Shoplifters through floor patrol and the use of Closed Circuit TV Cameras
• Report Writing
• Interacting with local Law Enforcement as needed
• Provide Courtroom Testimony as required

Job Requirement

• Pre-Employment Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to 3-4 hours at a time
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately through verbal and written means
• Ability to write legible, accurate and easily understood reports
• Must be assertive, yet controlled in dealing with confrontation
• Must be trustworthy and able to work under little or no direct supervision
• Attendance for scheduled shifts. Tardiness and absenteeism is not tolerated
• Previous Loss Prevention or Law Enforcement experience is a plus but not a requirement
• Criminal Justice or related studies a plus
• High School diploma or equivalent (minimum)

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Additional Information / Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K/403b Plan