HOURLY JOB POSTING
Date Posted: Closing Date:
Position Title: Loss Prevention Clerk Reporting To: Warehouse Manager
Department: Member Service City/Prov./Loc: / /
Classification: Service Clerk Status: Full-time RPT LPT
Temporary: months
Description of position
Protects company assets from internal and external theft. Observes and reports potential safety and security hazards.
Investigates, detains suspects, completes reports, cooperates with local law enforcement and testifies in court if necessary.
Reports directly to Warehouse Manager.
Daily tasks and responsibilities
- Walks the warehouse and perimeter up to 8 hours a day to monitor safety and security concerns.
- Observes, detects, prevents, and apprehends shoplifters within our locations.
- Detains and interviews shoplifters when warranted.
- Observes, detects and reports internal dishonesty to the Warehouse Manager and Regional Loss Prevention Manager for approval to investigate.
- Reports potential internal theft situations to warehouse manager.
- Detects, identifies and reports possible shrink reduction opportunities within our operations to Management.
- Prepares reports for internal use and for potential prosecution.
- Maintains evidence collected and report files from investigations.
- Testifies in court concerning theft investigations.
- Follows and maintains knowledge of Costco procedures and applicable laws in performance of duties. Attends meetings and seminars regarding loss prevention.
- Teaches and coaches Loss Prevention topics, policies, and procedures to other members of the Warehouse Team.
- Communicates with other area Costco Loss Prevention Clerks and area businesses to exchange information about current, local theft threats.
Non-essential functions and tasks
- Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary where no visual member contact exits.
Typical schedule
* Typical shifts and days off will be discussed at the time of the interview.
Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess)
- Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Permits/Licenses/Certifications: Valid Loss Prevention License as required by Province.
- Experience: Employees with Loss Prevention experience will be given preference over other
candidates. “This should include a strong understanding and knowledge of the Criminal
Code of Canada relating to theft and fraud offences, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the
Trespass act, and Privacy acts”
- Knowledge/Skills: Communication, observation, problem-solving skills required.
- Other:
Knowledge and talents recommended for job success
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).
Loss Prevention Clerk REVISED 02/2016
HOURLY JOB POSTING
To Apply
All interested applicants should complete and forward an Internal Job Application (PR02-EE) and a resumé to their location’s
Admin/HR Manager. For a posting to another location, a recommendation letter from the current Location Manager must be attached to the applicant’s request, which should include an Internal Job Application (PR02-EE), a resumé and a copy of their last evaluation. Once the candidacy is approved, the Admin/HR Manager will forward all documents to the posting location and notify the candidates.
All moving and relocation costs are the responsibility of the applicant.
For more job postings in your region and information please visit the eNet website on your break room computer.
Loss Prevention Clerk REVISED 02/2016
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Loss Prevention: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
