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. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow.

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 large shrink areas in stores and report incidents to the asset protection manager.
• Communicate effectively with customers and associates to maintain positive relationships and resolve issues.
• Support customer and associate relations through communication and training.
• Provide credible court testimony when necessary.
• Identify and verify compliance with corporate policies.
• Promote and follow company initiatives to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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).
• 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 skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication skills.
• Confidentiality.
• Organizational skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

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.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• 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

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Must be able to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. Must be able to organize/prioritize tasks/projects. Must be familiar with loss prevention terms and processes. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office skills. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis.