About this position:

• Department: Retail
• Location: Emeryville, CA
• Employment Type: Full time

About us:

Want to work for a globally recognized company that values their employees? Would you like to have excellent benefits, access to world class continuing education, and long-term growth opportunities? We offer this and more… Read on for the details!

We are currently looking for an experienced Undercover / Plain Clothes Loss Prevention Specialist that will conduct undercover surveillance to detect and apprehend shoplifters.

About us:

Security Industry Specialists (SIS) provides security solutions to some of the most recognized companies and brands in the world. We deliver services that consistently exceed those of our peers. We accomplish this through innovation, constant process improvement, and through an uncompromising commitment to hiring, retaining and rewarding the best talent available.

In this role your responsibilities will be:

• Conduct undercover surveillance to detect and apprehend shoplifters
• Recover assets and/or make safe apprehensions
• Have knowledge of, and ensure strict compliance with the law and company policies concerning apprehensions, search and seizure, and the preservation of evidence.
• Prepare prompt and complete reports relative to all theft incidents, merchandise recoveries, and other activities as assigned by the Loss Prevention Manager
• Testify in court concerning any criminal or civil case
• Maintain a professional attitude with sincerity and integrity

As a candidate you must have:

• High School diploma (or GED) required
• Must obtain/maintain state security licensing and any other state requirements - firearms permit not needed
• Prior retail Loss Prevention experience is preferred, undercover experience a plus
• Computer proficiency, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to evaluate circumstances and make timely decisions based on company apprehension guidelines
• Possesses general operating knowledge of retail security camera equipment
• State/County Security Guard certification (preferred)
• Ability to work evening and weekends
• Must be able to stand/walk sales floor for entire scheduled shift
• Must have a good track record of reliability and punctuality

We offer:

• $22/hourly
• Health, Dental, Vision, and 401k
• Paid Time Off including Sick/Safe Time
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunity for growth

Additional Information: Private Patrol Operator #PPO 13936 / Private Investigator #PI 28063

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of this job. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, skills, and standards required to perform essential job functions.