Store Security Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime premium pay

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking an independent security specialist to protect customers and employees across our stores. The role involves serving as a key link between Asset Protection and store leadership, with a focus on safety, loss prevention, and strong community partnerships.

Applicants should have 1+ years as a sworn police officer, valid firearms license, and solid communication skills. The position requires on-site work with comprehensive benefits and a bonus eligibility up to $2,500.

Qualifications

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a police agency
• Valid license to carry a firearm
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgement and ability to manage conflict under pressure
• Effective communication and composure in stressful environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in stores to create a positive environment
• Analyze trends to maximize sales and minimize loss due to theft
• Monitor activity to prevent loss and apprehend shoplifters
• Foster relationships with community partners and emergency responders
• Coordinate use of CCTV systems
• Respond to emergencies and provide guidance to staff and customers
• Conduct investigations as directed by leadership

Skills

Conflict management

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Judgement

Under pressure

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CCTV systems

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.