Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
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.
- Tasks
- 21 tasks20 core, 1 supplemental
- Family
- Protective ServiceOne of its 28 occupations
- Code
- 33-9099.02SOC 2018: 33-9099
What the work is made of
20 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.Core taskTask 17561Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 2. Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.Core taskTask 17560Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 3. Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.Core taskTask 17565Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 4. Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.Core taskTask 17567Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 5. Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.Core taskTask 17575Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 6. Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.Core taskTask 17573Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 7. Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.Core taskTask 17578Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 8. Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.Core taskTask 17563Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 9. Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.Core taskTask 17568Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 10. Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.Core taskTask 17566Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 11. Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.Core taskTask 17569Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 12. Prepare written reports on investigations.Core taskTask 17570Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 13. Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.Core taskTask 17562Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 14. Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.Core taskTask 17574Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 15. Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.Core taskTask 17579Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 16. Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.Core taskTask 17572Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 17. Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.Core taskTask 17577Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 18. Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.Core taskTask 17580Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 19. Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.Core taskTask 17571Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 20. Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.Core taskTask 17564Rated by 84 people who do the job, July 2014
- Task 21. Conduct employee background investigations and review reports with operational or human resources managers.Supplemental taskTask 17576Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2014
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 33-9099
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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