Occupation information for Retail Loss Prevention Specialists District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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• Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
• Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
• Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
• Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
• Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
• 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.
• Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.

Tools:

• Alarm systems
• Cash registers
• Closed circuit television CCTV system
• Digital camcorders or video cameras
• Security or access control systems

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Electronic mail software
• Enterprise application integration software
• Transaction security and virus protection software

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