Suggested Path
Bachelor
Law related
CAREER
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$39,360
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+5.8% (as fast as the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Retail Loss Prevention Specialists Do
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity. May assist in developing policies, procedures, and systems for safeguarding assets.
Other Job Titles Retail Loss Prevention Specialists May Have
Asset Protection Associate (APA), Loss Prevention Agent, Loss Prevention Associate (LPA), Loss Prevention Detective, Loss Prevention Investigator, Loss Prevention Officer, Loss Prevention Specialist, Retail Asset Protection Specialist
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
- Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
- Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
- Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
- Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (69%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
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