Retail Loss Prevention Specialists

• Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
• Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
• Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
• Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
• Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.
• Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
• Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.
• Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.
• Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
• Prepare written reports on investigations.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.
• Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.
• Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.
• Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.
• Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.
• Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.
• Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.
• Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Retail Loss Prevention Specialists.

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Retail Loss Prevention Specialists.