Security Officer

Wegmans Food Markets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking an Asset Protection Officer to maintain a visible security presence and address safety concerns across our stores. You will protect customers and employees, respond to incidents, and support loss prevention initiatives with vigilance and discretion.

The role requires sworn police experience, firearm licensing, and strong communication skills, with a focus on de-escalation and safety in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of full-time sworn police officer experience with arrest authority.
• Valid license to carry a firearm.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proven conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgement and ability to manage conflict under pressure.
• Effective communication in stressful environments.
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey parking areas.
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested.
• Diffuse customer conflicts effectively.
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates for security.
• Monitor store environment to deter undesirable activity.

Skills

Police experience

Firearm license

Driver's license

Conflict management

Communication

De-escalation under pressure

Opportunity analysis

Education

Associate’s degree in criminal justice

EMT certification

AED/APR/FAC certification

Job description

Location:

4256 James Street East Syracuse, NY 13057

Availability Requirement for this role:

Afternoon, Evening (including weekends).

Age Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$31.00 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

At Wegmans, we’re committed to providing incredible service, which includes keeping our customers and employees safe. Our Asset Protection Officers maintain a visible presence throughout our stores, including foot and vehicle patrols. We’re looking for someone we can trust to address all safety and security concerns!

What You'll Do

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey the outside parking areas
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested
• Intervene with and effectively diffuse customer conflicts
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates to ensure high levels of security
• Monitor store environment to deter undesirable activity on the property

Requirements

• 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
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities

Preferred Experience

• Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• AED, APR and FAC certified