Retail Loss Prevention & Safety Lead

Responsibilities The Loss Prevention & Safety Lead serves primarily to mitigate and reduce losses through the deterrence of external theft and the execution of key operational programs. Model customer engagement behaviors to detect and deter shoplifters and provide service to all customers. Internal and External Theft Deterrence and Awareness. Support, promote and actively demonstrate company values related to athlete engagement. Detection, investigation, and documentation of Organized Retail Crime and other violations of law and/or company policy, including networking with law enforcement, loss prevention professionals and other retailers to create comprehensive case files for repeat external theft perpetrators and minimize exposure to loss and fraud. Proactively monitor controls and conduct local surveillance to identify possible dishonest activity and concerning behaviors typically attributed to shoplifting activity—both internal and external. Routinely walk stockrooms and employee-only areas to ensure the store is compliant with stockroom standards and identify any signs of internal theft. Complete detailed and accurate incident reports in LPMS for all recoveries, shoplifting events, and grab & go activity. Effectively network with retail and government resources to identify, investigate, and address organized retail crime activities inclusive of case resolution and prosecution. Require 100% ability to walk sales floor, stockrooms, and office areas during the duration of shift. Deescalate incidents involving confrontation by athletes exhibiting concerning behavior. Complete weekly LP Lead Recaps. Inventory Movement Validation. Train all store associates and managers on Company Loss Prevention and Core Operational programs to ensure compliance. Conduct regular review of operational processes for compliance—including inventory movement, cash office procedures and known loss reporting—and develop tactics for improvement as necessary. Train and validate process execution related to inventory movement functions, including time, claims, omni‑channel fulfillment and inventory adjustments. Analyze key metrics to identify operational deficiencies and financial risks, and develop tactics to improve. Physical Security and Safety. In partnership with the LP Director‑Specialty, assist with conducting store Loss Prevention assessments to ensure compliance with company processes and legal requirements. Ensure compliance with physical building security, including key control, monthly alarm tests, alarm call response, and maintenance of the store alarm call list. Ensure the safety and security of associates, customers, and property per local regulations, including off‑site and external storage locations. Conduct MES sweeps, fitting room checks, and safety certifications as the needs of the business dictate. Responsible for completing or assisting with all store and department‑specific safety certifications in a timely manner consistent with reporting expectations (e.g., monthly safety certification, rock wall, and customer services department). Identify and correct any safety concerns with the rock wall and climbing equipment by maintaining Company loss prevention standards and controls. Ensure all necessary licenses and permits related to areas of responsibility are up to date and work with applicable departments to renew prior to expiration. May function as the store safety committee leader and complete all required documentation. Review safety trends and develop action plans regularly with the store leadership team. Participate in Shrink Coach meetings, new‑hire orientation, and conduct frequent training sessions with store teammates. Assist the store Shrink Coach and is responsible for auditing the store Shrink Business Plan. Provide ad hoc support for the general needs of the business as necessary. Leadership Competencies Ensures Accountability Customer-Focus Decision-Quality / Decision-Making Abilities Action-Oriented Engagement Driver Talent Developer Effective Team Building Skills Qualifications Prior LP or educational experience in Loss Prevention preferred. Targeted Pay Range: $18.00 - $26.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, experience and position offered. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co