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Hourly Loss Prevention Specialist

H-E-B, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Responsibilities Keeping expenses and profit loss under control is critical to growing our business. Our Loss Prevention Team works to minimize the loss of profits, systematically reduce shrink, and thwart organized criminal activity. As a Loss Prevention Specialist, you will work in our Stores to help protect our assets by preventing theft and reducing shrink.

Owner Commitment Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. ‘Partner‑owned’ means our most important resources—People—drive the innovation, growth, and success that makes H‑E‑B The Greatest Retailing Company.

Do You Have a

HEART FOR PEOPLE… an ability to think like the Customer, not just about the Customer?

HEAD FOR BUSINESS… the skill to convert how Partners understand financial / shrink results into action?

PASSION FOR RESULTS… the interpersonal skills to navigate guidelines, and facilitate relationships and opposition?

We Are Looking For

experience in investigative auditing or retail‑related Loss Prevention

knowledge of investigative techniques

interviewing skills

Loss Prevention / Security

Detects / resolves external theft by identifying, investigating, and resolving theft incidents

Recovers assets; makes safe apprehensions

Educates store Partners and management on Loss Prevention‑related matters to improve theft awareness and maintain a safe store environment

Conducts inspections of physical security standards

Interviewing / Investigating

Learns advanced interviewing techniques

Conducts surveillance, detains, and interviews persons apprehended in shoplifting incidents

Reporting & Documentation

Writes / documents case reports for theft incidents; writes weekly activity reports

What is your background?

High school diploma or equivalent

1–2 years of experience in investigative auditing and/or retail Loss Prevention

Experience in / working knowledge of investigative techniques

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H‑E‑B Loss Prevention Specialist?

General knowledge of video systems

Moderate PC skills including MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and computer software programs / applications required by the job

Good interviewing skills

Excellent written / verbal communication skills; bilingual language skills a plus

Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks; attention to detail

Ability to work with highly confidential information

Ability to confront individuals in a calm and diplomatic manner

Ability to work in a team environment

Can you...

Function in a fast‑paced, retail, office environment

Travel by car or airplane with overnight stays

Lift up to 20 lbs on a regular basis

Work extended hours and rotating schedules

Access and move around all areas of the store quickly

Make theft apprehensions

Conduct visual surveillance of the store

Have a reliable source of transportation (required)

Obtain / maintain a valid driver's license (required)

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