About This Career Path
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity. May assist in developing policies, procedures, and systems for safeguarding assets.
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss.
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Industry
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Average
$47,590
ANNUAL
$22.88
HOURLY
Entry Level
$33,970
ANNUAL
$16.33
HOURLY
Mid Level
$47,020
ANNUAL
$22.60
HOURLY
Expert Level
$59,890
ANNUAL
$28.80
HOURLY
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Supporting Certifications
Degree Recommendations
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
01
Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
02
Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
03
Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
04
Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
05
Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
06
Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.
07
Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
08
Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.
09
Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
10
Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
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