Security Specialist
Summary
The Store Security Specialist protects company assets and improves profitability for Arc Thrift Stores by implementing loss prevention programs, handling internal security (cash handling, inventory control, fraud) and external threats (shoplifting, vandalism, robbery), and collaborating with store personnel to maintain a safe environment for employees and customers.
Position Description
Job Title Store Security Specialist
10/01/25
FLSA Status – Hourly EEO-1 Code -01
Summary
The Store Security Specialist has responsibility to protect company assets and improve profitability by implementing company security programs for the Arc thrift stores, employees and customers. This position reports to the Protective Services Manager/Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Primary responsibility for store security, employee security and retail customer support.
- Internal focus includes cash handling, inventory control, facilities and equipment damage, security access, fraud, and variety of audits of employee activities.
- External focus includes deterring shoplifting, vandalism, counterfeiting, robbery, burglary and store safety.
- Collaborates with appropriate store personnel to implement the loss prevention programs.
- Conducts loss prevention meetings in stores as needed.
- Assists in implementing short-term and long-term goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures related to loss prevention programs.
- Anticipates problems and recommends appropriate solutions.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Supports the corporate culture by promoting a communication style of open communication, accountability, diversity and consistent treatment of all employees and customers.
- Communicates with store personnel, LP personnel and other managers as appropriate.
- Performs other special projects or tasks as assigned.