Store Security Specialist

Location:

500 S. Meadow Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).

Age Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$32.00 / hour Why Work Here Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

At Wegmans, our store security teams are committed to keeping our customers and employees safe. Our security specialists play a critical role helping to communicate between the Asset Protection team and the store leadership group. We're seeking an independent individual who is task-oriented and can build strong relationships throughout the store while keeping customer service top of mind! What You'll Do Prioritize safety in our stores to create a positive shopping and working environment Analyze trends and data to implement a strategy to maximize sales and minimize loss due to theft Monitor activity to prevent loss, including apprehending and processing shoplifters Foster a collaborative relationship with community partners and emergency responders Coordinate and manage the use of all Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) systems Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers Conduct investigations as directed by leadership Requirements 5+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency Valid license to carry a firearm Valid driver's license Conflict management and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Preferred Experience Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field Related experience, including security and/or loss prevention Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or First Responder Leadership experience, preferably in a retail setting