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Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

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27 tasks26 core, 1 supplemental
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Code
11-9199.08SOC 2018: 11-9199

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  1. Task 1. Coordinate or conduct internal investigations of problems such as employee theft and violations of corporate loss prevention policies.Core taskTask 15800Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  2. Task 2. Administer systems and programs to reduce loss, maintain inventory control, or increase safety.Core taskTask 15807Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  3. Task 3. Review loss prevention exception reports and cash discrepancies to ensure adherence to guidelines.Core taskTask 15781Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  4. Task 4. Train loss prevention staff, retail managers, or store employees on loss control and prevention measures.Core taskTask 15791Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  5. Task 5. Investigate or interview individuals suspected of shoplifting or internal theft.Core taskTask 15786Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  6. Task 6. Provide recommendations and solutions in crisis situations such as workplace violence, protests, and demonstrations.Core taskTask 15783Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  7. Task 7. Identify potential for loss and develop strategies to eliminate it.Core taskTask 15806Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  8. Task 8. Hire or supervise loss prevention staff.Core taskTask 15795Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  9. Task 9. Advise retail managers on compliance with applicable codes, laws, regulations, or standards.Core taskTask 15804Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  10. Task 10. Develop and maintain partnerships with federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies or members of the retail loss prevention community.Core taskTask 15799Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  11. Task 11. Perform or direct inventory investigations in response to shrink results outside of acceptable ranges.Core taskTask 15794Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  12. Task 12. Maintain documentation of all loss prevention activity.Core taskTask 15796Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  13. Task 13. Assess security needs across locations to ensure proper deployment of loss prevention resources, such as staff and technology.Core taskTask 15802Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  14. Task 14. Monitor compliance to operational, safety, or inventory control procedures, including physical security standards.Core taskTask 15805Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  15. Task 15. Verify correct use and maintenance of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit television, merchandise tags, and burglar alarms.Core taskTask 15790Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  16. Task 16. Visit stores to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Core taskTask 15789Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  17. Task 17. Analyze retail data to identify current or emerging trends in theft or fraud.Core taskTask 15803Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  18. Task 18. Direct loss prevention audit programs including target store audits, maintenance audits, safety audits, or electronic article surveillance (EAS) audits.Core taskTask 15798Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  19. Task 19. Collaborate with law enforcement to investigate and solve external theft or fraud cases.Core taskTask 15801Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  20. Task 20. Coordinate theft and fraud investigations involving career criminals or organized group activities.Core taskTask 15797Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  21. Task 21. Supervise surveillance, detection, or criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.Core taskTask 15792Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  22. Task 22. Perform cash audits and deposit investigations to fully account for store cash.Core taskTask 15782Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  23. Task 23. Recommend improvements in loss prevention programs, staffing, scheduling, or training.Core taskTask 15793Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  24. Task 24. Direct installation of covert surveillance equipment, such as security cameras.Core taskTask 15787Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  25. Task 25. Monitor and review paperwork procedures and systems to prevent error-related shortages.Core taskTask 15784Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  26. Task 26. Advise retail establishments on development of loss-investigation procedures.Core taskTask 15788Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019
  27. Task 27. Maintain databases such as bad check logs, reports on multiple offenders, and alarm activation lists.Supplemental taskTask 15785Rated by 22 occupational experts, August 2019

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