Lowes
Lowes
Posted 1 day ago
Full Time
Hampden Township, Pennsylvania
In Person
Smart Summary
The Asset Protection Agent is responsible for monitoring store environments to detect theft, fraud, and policy violations while coaching associates on shrink awareness. They also conduct investigations, maintain case files, and support law enforcement proceedings as needed.
We are looking for someone with a High School Diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience in security, retail investigations, or loss prevention. You will be responsible for coaching associates, identifying theft trends, maintaining a safe store environment, and conducting external theft apprehensions. Good communication and customer service skills are a plus.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Theft deterrence
Shrink awareness
Surveillance
Loss prevention
Retail investigations
Asset protection
Customer service
Conflict resolution
Physical security systems
CCTV
EAS
Case management
Internal investigations
Security auditing
Emergency response
Job Description
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What You Will Do
• Coach and train associates and leaders on shrink awareness, theft deterrence, and customer service programs.
• Partner with Store and AP Leadership to identify theft trends, develop action plans, and promote awareness initiatives.
• Deliver SMART customer service and ensure associates have the resources to do the same.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure store environment by monitoring entrances, exits, and high-risk areas.
• Monitor activity through surveillance, reporting, and exception-based tools to detect theft, fraud, and policy violations.
• Conduct external theft apprehensions and interviews in accordance with laws and company policy.
• Investigate and resolve criminal activity, maintain case files, and support law enforcement and court proceedings.
• Assist in internal investigations and provide evidence when needed.
• Validate store security measures (e.g., locks, gates, alarms) and respond to EAS and emergency exit triggers.
• Provide feedback on audit/inspection findings and support efforts to minimize shrink and operational risk.
• Respond effectively to potentially violent situations, ensuring safety and composure.
• This role may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities in support of business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma and 1-2 Years relevant work experience (e.g. security, retail investigations, loss prevention)
• Coach and train associates and leaders on shrink awareness, theft deterrence, and customer service programs
• Ability to stand, sit, and perform job duties for extended periods
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds without assistance; may lift more than 25 pounds with or without assistance
• Generally scheduled for 40 hours per week; additional hours may be required based on business needs
• Requires morning, afternoon, and evening availability on any day of the week
• If the state or local municipality requires a salesperson license for this position, you must either be licensed or pass the requisite licensing exam within sixty (60) days of starting employment in this position
• National certified training program (e.g., Wicklander-Zuwalski or Reed training)
• Professional accreditation (e.g., APQ, APC) or equivalent experience
Preferred Skills/Education
• Associate degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field
• 1-2 Years experience conducting retail investigations
• 1-2 Years experience using physical security systems (CCTV, EAS)
• Experience investigating Organized Crime and asset protection cases
• Investigating Organized Crime and asset protection cases
About Lowe’s
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Lowes
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 20 million customers a week in the United States. Lowe’s and its related businesses operate or service more than 2,200 home improvement and hardware stores and employ over 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
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