LOSS PREVENTION AGENT

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PAQ, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company consisting of 25 retail grocery stores throughout the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. Seventeen of our stores are price-impact, warehouse format under the Food 4 Less banner, and Eight are Hispanic format under the Rancho San Miguel Market banner. At PAQ, Inc., our Employee Owners are the building blocks of a strong future—come build with us!


Job Summary:
A Loss Prevention Agent will play a key role in preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting overall store safety and security. This position requires vigilance, integrity, and the ability to confront and resolve challenging situations. Agents will work closely with store management and be integral to the team, ensuring a secure shopping environment through effective loss prevention strategies and practices.

Essential Functions of the Position:
• Conduct regular and random store patrols to identify and deter potential theft by customers or employees.
• Monitor CCTV systems and review footage to investigate theft, vandalism, and other suspicious activities.
• Engage directly with suspects professionally to address and resolve potential theft incidents.
• While much of the work is independent, it also requires close collaboration with store management, staff, and occasionally law enforcement officials to report and resolve incidents of theft and fraud.
• Implement and maintain loss prevention policies and procedures, adapting strategies to minimize risks.
• Conduct risk assessments of store operations and recommend improvements to prevent potential losses.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents and loss prevention activities for store management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:
• Understanding retail or grocery store operations, including sales, inventory management, and customer service.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern loss prevention strategies, surveillance systems, and inventory control methods.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws regarding theft, fraud, and retail security.
• Recognizes legal ramifications of detaining suspects, handling evidence, and court testimony.
• Proficiency in using surveillance technologies, including CCTV systems and alarm systems.
• There is a need to stay updated on the latest loss prevention techniques, security technology, and legal requirements related to the retail industry. This may involve participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Skills:
• Detect suspicious activities and identify potential security risks.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Skill in investigating incidents and making calculated conclusions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact diplomatically with suspects, customers, and employees and write reports.
• Skills in de-escalating potentially volatile situations calmly and effectively. Capable of mediating conflicts and resolving issues.

Abilities:
• Ability to make sound decisions quickly, under pressure, and in ambiguous situations.
• Strong integrity and ethics, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately and make decisions that reflect the company's values.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, handle multiple incidents simultaneously, and operate effectively in a dynamic retail environment.

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to move around the store and stand for long periods, including walking, climbing stairs, and navigating crowded spaces.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 lbs., including assisting in preventing theft and emergencies.
• Must possess solid visual acuity to observe suspicious activities and monitor security cameras. Auditory acuity is required to detect sounds indicative of theft or other emergencies.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate security equipment, manage handcuffs (if applicable and legally permitted), and perform tasks such as writing reports.
• Must have the physical stamina to patrol the store premises extensively and handle potential confrontations with suspects effectively.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach as necessary during daily routines, investigations, and when engaging with suspects or conducting physical security checks.

Work Conditions:
• Work Hours: Ability to work flexible hours, inc