Store Security Specialist

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Wegmans Food Markets to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities:
Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name:
Wegmans Food Markets

Schedule: Full time
Availability: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends).
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
Location: Hunt Valley, MD
Address: 122 Shawan Road
Pay: $34.50 / hour
Job Posting: 12/04/2023
Job Posting End: 01/04/2024
Job :R0194062

EARN A BONUS UP TO $2,500! Hiring immediately!

Why Join the Wegmans Team?

• Work for a family-owned company that has been on Fortune magazine’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For list for 25 years in a row
• All security positions are eligible for a sign on bonus
• Competitive pay with annual scheduled increases
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable healthcare, 401K, Scholarship benefits, and more!
• Paid structured training program with extensive on the job training throughout the year
  Endless opportunity for career growth, both within the Asset Protection area and company wide

As a Security Coordinator at a Wegmans store location, you will be responsible for providing a safe and secure store environment for customers and employees. Coordinators are the liaison between the Wegmans Asset Protection team, company leaders and the employees within the store. This position requires a self-motivated, independent individual who is task-oriented and will remain highly visible to build relationships within the store and provide incredible customer service.

What will I do?

• Focus on people safety in our stores and execute safety programs to create a positive shopping experience and a safe work environment
• Partner with management to implement an Asset Protection strategy aimed at maximizing sales while reducing shrink due to theft; benchmark industry activity, identify trends and analyze data
• Foster a collaborative and professional relationship with community organizations and emergency responders to increase safety and security awareness and measures
• Discreetly observe customers, vendors, and employees to prevent loss; utilize a variety of resources to apprehend and process shoplifters
• Coordinate and manage all Closed-Circuit Television systems, and all life safety and store security measure systems
• Navigate situations such as medical emergencies and fire alarms using problem solving and conflict management skills
• Respond to emergency situations and make difficult decisions that affect the safety and wellbeing of others
• Discreetly conduct investigations and surveillances under the guidance of the Asset Protection Manager
• Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers

Required Qualifications

• Police Officer/Deputy/Trooper experience working road patrol and/or United States Military Law Enforcement or Special Operations experience
• Proven ability to problem solve and effectively manage conflict
• Ability to use good judgment and make difficult decisions that affect the safety and well-being of others
• Ability to maintain effective communication and composure in a stressful environment
• Technical aptitude with advanced PC skills, including proficiency with MS Office
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related degree
• Military, Security, Loss Prevention or Asset Protection experience
• Emergency Medical Services or First Responder experience
• Retail management or related leadership experience

At Wegmans, we’ve long believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks is just the start of what it means to work at Wegmans.

Whether through premium pay for working on Sundays or holidays, offering industry-leading health care coverage…