Store Security Specialist at Wegmans Food Markets in Reston, VA

Location: 11950 Hopper Street Reston, VA 20191

Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older

Time Type: Full time

Pay Range: $37.00 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

At Wegmans, our store security teams are committed to keeping our customers and employees safe. Our security specialists play a critical role helping to communicate between the Asset Protection team and the store leadership group. We’re seeking an independent individual who is task-oriented and can build strong relationships throughout the store while keeping customer service top of mind!

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What You'll Do

• Prioritize safety in our stores to create a positive shopping and working environment
• Analyze trends and data to implement a strategy to maximize sales and minimize loss due to theft
• Monitor activity to prevent loss, including apprehending and processing shoplifters
• Foster a collaborative relationship with community partners and emergency responders
• Coordinate and manage the use of all Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) systems
• Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers
• Conduct investigations as directed by leadership

Requirements

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency
• Valid license to carry a firearm
• Valid driver’s license
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field
• Related experience, including security and/or loss prevention
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or First Responder
• Leadership experience, preferably in a retail setting