Store Security Specialist

Wegmans Food Markets; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Overtime pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

Wellness program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking an experienced security professional to safeguard stores, collaborate with law enforcement and leaders, and protect customers and employees. The role emphasizes strong communication, data-driven decisions, and incident investigations as part of a proactive loss-prevention program.

The position requires sworn police experience, firearm licensing, and a reliable driver’s license, with opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven retailer.

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.
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure.
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments.
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.

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 CCTV systems.
• Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers.
• Conduct investigations as directed by leadership.

Skills

Police experience

Arrest authority

Firearm license

Driver's license

Conflict management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making under pressure

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO 2.5k! At Wegmans, our store security teams are committed to keeping our customers and employees safe. Our security specialists play a critical role helping to communicate between the Asset Protection team and the store leadership group. We're seeking an independent individual who is task-oriented and can build strong relationships throughout the store while keeping customer service top of mind!

What You'll Do

• 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

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
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field
• Related experience, including security and/or loss prevention
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or First Responder
• Leadership experience, preferably in a retail setting

At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

• Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
• Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
• Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
• Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
• A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
• LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

• Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.