Loss Prevention Specialist - Collier​/Lee Counties

• Responsible for stores in Collier/Lee counties
• Responding to emergencies and investigating reports of known or suspected internal theft, violence or the threat of violence or other criminal acts of an associate
• Scheduling and conducting Shrink and Safety Assessments to evaluate compliance with operational controls related to shrink and safety performance in key stores
• Evaluating financial reports to identify improvement opportunities with regard to shrink reduction, workers’ compensation and general liability, control of cash losses and vendor credits
• Keeping abreast of or responding to local issues or activities that may impact the safety/security of customers or associates, or create a business risk and to provide appropriate support
• Identifying and reacting to stores for which a risk assessment is appropriate and overseeing the installation and use of security related equipment
• Investigating incidents, which may create actual or potential losses, committed by non-associates
• Management and oversight of contract security services conducting administrative duties as they relate to the Loss Prevention process.

• Responsible for stores in Collier/Lee counties
• Responding to emergencies and investigating reports of known or suspected internal theft, violence or the threat of violence or other criminal acts of an associate
• Scheduling and conducting Shrink and Safety Assessments to evaluate compliance with operational controls related to shrink and safety performance in key stores
• Evaluating financial reports to identify improvement opportunities with regard to shrink reduction, workers’ compensation and general liability, control of cash losses and vendor credits
• Keeping abreast of or responding to local issues or activities that may impact the safety/security of customers or associates, or create a business risk and to provide appropriate support
• Identifying and reacting to stores for which a risk assessment is appropriate and overseeing the installation and use of security related equipment
• Investigating incidents, which may create actual or potential losses, committed by non-associates
• Management and oversight of contract security services conducting administrative duties as they relate to the Loss Prevention process.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Five (5) years of retail loss prevention and safety experience with
• Two (2) years of multi-store loss prevention experience with
• Two (2) years of management of people, not necessarily direct reports OR
• Five (5) years of Publix retail management experience
• Knowledge of the retail environment and how it operates
• Knowledge of retail loss prevention processes, procedures and programs
• Knowledge of general safety practices, procedures and policies as they relate to a retail environment
• Working knowledge of criminal justice system and investigation processes
• Knowledge of methods used to analyze and interpret large quantities of data
• Knowledge of retail accounting methods
• Knowledge of physical inventory process, calculation and control, particularly as it relates to shrinkage
• Knowledge of interviewing, investigative and interpersonal techniques
• Knowledge of physical security practices to include CCTV, alarm systems, EAS and other technologies
• Technical knowledge of both retail processes and loss prevention programs and strategies
• Computer skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Decision making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Willingness to work a variable schedule that may include some last minute changes, nights, weekends, and overnight travel with little notice
• Willingness to be on call, in most instances, at all times

• Eight (8) years of retail loss prevention experience with
• Five (5) years of multi-store loss prevention experience with
• Five (5) years of management of direct reports
• Certification in Wicklander-Zulawski Interviewing Techniques
• LPC Certification
• OSHA 10 Hour Course

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
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As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.