Retail Loss Prevention Detective

The TJX Companies, Inc.

Loss Prevention Detective executing tasks for store safety and theft prevention at TJ Maxx locations. Building relationships with management and participating in investigations to uphold asset security.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeBoardman • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $15 - $20 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Completes the daily tasks required for Store Loss Prevention and safety programs
Maintains positive relationships with Store Management
Conducts apprehensions within established policies and guidelines
Communicates with store Associates on damage and shrink initiatives
Identifies and resolves internal and external theft
Adheres to established shoplifter guidelines and policies
Provides timely, courteous and knowledgeable service to customers
Promotes a culture of honesty and integrity; maintains confidentiality
Observes, apprehends, and/or deters any acts of dishonesty from outside sources
Participates in investigations and surveillance as assigned
Ensures apprehensions are consistent with store theft activity
Completes and distributes paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
Maintains appropriate evidence, demonstrates understanding of law enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)
Coordinates and complete shrink related activities in partnership with Store Management
Adheres to all labor laws, policies, and procedures
Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs
Encourages Associate use of shrink reduction resources
Promotes safety awareness and supports maintenance of a safe environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent communication skills and sound judgment
Basic computer skills
Basic time management skills
Investigative / analytical skills
Ability to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations
Standout colleague, working effectively with peers and supervisors to accomplish tasks
Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
0-2 years retail or security experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Associate discount
EAP
smoking cessation
bereavement
401(k) Associate contributions
child care & cell phone discounts
pet & legal insurance
credit union
referral bonuses
401(k) match (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
medical/dental/vision (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
HSA (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
health care FSA (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
life insurance (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
short/long term disability (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
paid parental leave (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
paid holidays/vacation/sick (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
auto/home insurance discounts (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
scholarship program (for those who meet service or hours requirements)
adoption assistance (for those who meet service or hours requirements)

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Hard Skills & Tools

investigative skillsanalytical skillstime management

Soft Skills

communication skillssound judgmentflexibilityteamworkcustomer serviceintegrityconfidentiality