Security​/Loss Prevention Officer

Overview

Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family‑owned, full‑service security company in the Midwest, offering integrated security solutions for homes and businesses. This role is part of our team of more than 2,600 specialists across 25 branch locations.

Immediate opening for a full‑time Loss Prevention Officer.

Responsibilities include:

• Identify and apprehend shoplifters through floor patrol and the use of closed‑circuit TV cameras.
• Report writing.
• Interact with local law enforcement as needed.
• Provide courtroom testimony when required.

• Pre‑employment criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to 3–4 hours at a time.
• Reliable transportation.
• Proficient reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write clear, legible, and accurate reports.
• Assertive yet controlled in dealing with confrontation.
• Trustworthy and capable of working under little or no direct supervision.
• Mandatory attendance for scheduled shifts; tardiness and absenteeism are not tolerated.
• Prior loss‑prevention or law‑enforcement experience is a plus but not required.
• Criminal‑justice or related studies is a plus.
• High‑school diploma or equivalent (minimum).

Medical, life, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation; paid holidays; 401(k)/403(b) retirement plan.