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.
Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws.
Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
About the Role
Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit.
Responsibilities
- Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins.
- Ensure all tasks are performed safely according to corporate policies and state/federal laws.
- Model and promote the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to maintain a secure environment.
- Respond to and investigate suspicious activity, deterring and/or detaining external theft suspects.
- Monitor and report on areas of high theft activity, verifying compliance with corporate policies.
- Communicate effectively with customers and associates to enhance customer service and resolve issues.
- Support customer and associate relations through communication and training.
- Provide credible court testimony as needed.
- Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures and organizational structure.
- Bachelors degree in criminal justice.
- Retail security experience.
- Law enforcement experience.
- Ability to continue education.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or a 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 environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
- Organize/prioritize tasks/projects.
- Familiarity with loss prevention terms and processes.
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
Qualifications
- Ability to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Skills
- Customer service orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Confidentiality.
- Flexibility.
- Problem-solving.
- Teamwork.
Benefits
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more.
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000 in your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Pay
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Schedule
Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis.