Loss Prevention Store Detective

The TJX Companies, Inc.

Loss Prevention Store Detective managing store safety and theft prevention measures. Collaborating with management to ensure security protocols and customer service standards are met.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeLa Mesa • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong investigative and analytical skills to identify and resolve theft while maintaining a safe and secure store environment. Exhibits excellent communication and time management abilities to effectively collaborate with store management and associates.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Investigative SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsRetail ExperienceTime Management Skills

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Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationSound JudgmentFlexibilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Basic Computer Skills

Industry Keywords

Loss PreventionTheft PreventionShrink ReductionSafety AwarenessStore ManagementShoplifter GuidelinesLegal ProceduresSurveillanceLabor LawsCustomer Service

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
medical/dental/vision
HSA
health care FSA
life insurance
short/long term disability
paid parental leave
paid holidays/vacation/sick
auto/home insurance discounts
scholarship program
adoption assistance