Asset Protection Security Specialist; HR

Position Summary

Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short, and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. The role is based in Portland, Oregon.

• Detect, deter, and/or detain external theft suspects
• Reduce customer and associate dishonesty by initiating and encouraging actions to prevent external and internal theft
• Monitor large shrink areas in stores
• Report incidents to the Asset Protection Manager
• Support customer and associate relations through communication and training
• Provide credible court testimony
• Identify areas of high theft
• Verify compliance with corporate policies
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime, and weekends on a regular basis

• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice
• Retail security experience
• Law enforcement experience
• Ability to continue education
• High school diploma, GED, or combination of relevant education and experience
• Minimum 18 years of age (21 years of age in Alaska)
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑accuracy environment
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
• Familiarity with loss prevention terms and processes
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills
• Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage excellent customer service
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts, overtime, and weekends
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation