Loss Prevention Officer

**About us**

Arms Security Corporation is a small business in DEFENSE_SECURITY in Glenview, IL. We are professional and agile.

Our work environment includes:

- Modern office setting
- Food provided

**Job Overview**:
**Loss Prevention Investigator**

**Primary Responsibilities**: Protecting the assets of the client by detecting and when possible safely apprehending individuals attempting to deprive the client of merchandise in accordance with company policy. Effectively investigate loss in order to case build and prosecute when the appropriate criteria are met. Effectively maintain an undercover presence at your assigned location.

**Requirements**:
All Loss Prevention Investigators must be professional, able to work independently, possess sound judgement under pressure and have the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. LPI's will work closely with their LP Manager and Store Management to increase Loss Prevention awareness through partnership and maintaining operational excellence while minimizing loss.
- High School diploma or GED
- Eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Active PERC card required.
- Successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
- Must be flexible and willing to work weekends.
- Must be able to travel between locations when needed.
- Must be able to attend any and all court dates.
- Must be able to provide excellent customer service to our client/customers.
- Must be able to work with confidential and sensitive information
- Proficiency in CCTV systems preferred.
- Proficiency in floor walking preferred.
- Retail Loss Prevention experience preferred.

**About Us**:
We are a leading security corporation in Illinois that helps clients protect their personnel, assets, and performance. We do this by providing physical security, advisory, and investigative services that instill confidence and provide value. To accomplish our goals, we organize elite trusted teams of security and law enforcement personnel that develop solutions for our clients. Arms Security employs over 200 security officers and maintains a network of over 1000 security officers and off-duty police officers providing service to a wide spectrum of clients including small local business to Fortune 500 companies throughout Chicago and other regions of Illinois.

Pay: $13.50 - $15.00 per hour

**Experience**:

- Loss Prevention: 1 year (required)

License:

- PERC Card (required)

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct regular surveillance of premises to detect and deter suspicious activities
- Implement loss prevention strategies to minimize theft and other criminal activities
- Respond to alarms and security incidents in a timely and professional manner
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies for criminal investigations when necessary
- Prepare detailed reports on security incidents, investigations, and preventive measures taken
- Utilize CCTV systems effectively to monitor activities in real-time

**Experience**:

- Prior experience in law enforcement or security-related roles is preferred
- Proficiency in conflict management and de-escalation techniques
- Knowledge of surveillance methods and loss prevention strategies
- Possession of relevant certificates or training in security, loss prevention, or related fields
- Strong skills in report writing and documentation
- Familiarity with criminal investigation procedures

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $17.15 - $18.13 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends

License/Certification:

- Guard Card (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Glenview, IL (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Glenview, IL: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person