Loss Prevention Area Manager

Job Summary:
The Area Loss Prevention Manager is primarily responsible for all Loss Prevention and Security related issues within an assigned geographic area of responsibility. The position seeks to prevent loss of organizational assets and to control shrinkage from both internal and external causes. The Area LP Manager detects, investigates, and apprehends individuals attempting to misappropriate organizational assets, communicates and trains LP programs, ensures audits are performed, and serves as liaison with law enforcement during internal and external investigations. The Area LP Manager is expected to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays. The type and number of assigned facilities will vary by assignment.


Essential Functions:
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other stakeholders in and out of the organization.
Protect the organization from losses due to internal and/or external causes.
Detect and apprehend shoplifters, ticket-switchers and others in a safe, legal, and ethical manner.
Partner with supervisor prior to initiating any covert internal investigations.
Pursue restitution collection when appropriate.
Conduct scheduled, random, and targeted surveillances.
Effectively manage and utilize all available technological tools.
Conduct loss prevention related operational audits.
Properly prepare and submit timely documents, reports, and schedules.
Ensure proper alarm functionality and response.
Effectively manage any budgeted contract security hours.
Immediately forward all attorney communications to supervisor.
Conduct and document loss prevention related training.
Assist the Risk/Safety department as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.


Minimum Job Requirements:
Education: Associate's degree preferred
Experience: 3-5 years experience in retail loss prevention with substantial experience apprehending shoplifters in a safe, legal, and ethical manner. 2 years supervisory experience
Specific Skills/Knowledge/Licenses: LPQ/LPC Certification preferred or LPQ certification within 6 months of hire. LPC certification within 12 months of hire or as determined by supervisor. Self-starter who can perform with a minimum of supervision. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Write clear, concise, grammatically correct reports. Access to a personal vehicle at all times and maintain acceptable insurance coverage.
This position requires occasional overnight travel.


Essential Physical Abilities:
Lifting and carrying 20-30 pounds; Must have well-developed fine motor control and the ability to grasp, handle, finger and manipulate small and large items. Must be able to: perform repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists and arms, without pain or loss of function. Able to travel across a wide variety of surfaces including, but not limited to, ramps, stairs, and uneven terrain, and able to do so at a rapid pace if required. Able to climb ladders and use various lift and material moving equipment. Able to use a standard telephone and wireless audio communication system; sit or stand for moderately long periods of time; use a standard keyboard/computer; communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people, including those with limited English skills. Able to maintain reliable attendance.
Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities:
Superior time management, Ability to prioritize, Excellent problem solving skill, Good decision making skills, Multi-tasking skills, Ability to analyze and interpret data, Ability to Organize, sort, categorize, count, add, and subtract,
Good written and verbal communication skills, Stress management skills, strong observation skills, good day and night vision, good hearing.


Working Conditions:
Retail, warehouse and office working environments and schedules.
Some late night, inclement weather, secluded area and solitary assignments.
Some after-hours camera installation, maintenance, and repair.
Proficiency with Experience:
Local Candidates are preferred.
No moving allowance is associated with the position.


This job classification requires various levels of proficiency and experience:
1. Willing ( little or no experience required)
2. Developing (demonstrates some knowledge and skills of duties, with at least 6 months of experience)
3. Skilled (demonstrates ample knowledge and skills of duties, with 3-5 years of experience)


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