Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

Position Summary Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. What You’ll Receive From Us The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to: A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco. Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more. Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program. Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. Responsibilities & Qualifications Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures and organizational structure Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice Retail security experience Law enforcement experience Ability to continue education High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or a combination of relevant education and experience Minimum 18 years of age/21 years of age in Alaska Ability to pass a drug test Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects Familiarity with loss prevention terms and processes Proficient Microsoft Office skills Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service Detect, deter and/or detain external theft suspects Reduce customer and associate dishonesty by initiating and encouraging actions to prevent external and internal theft Monitor large shrink areas in stores Report incidents to the asset protection manager Support customer and associate relations through communication and training Provide credible court testimony Identify areas of high theft Verify compliance with corporate policies Promote and follow company initiatives Maintain flexibility to work any shift, overtime and weekends on a regular basis Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation #J-18808-Ljbffr