What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asset Protection Specialist position at Home Depot / THD?
The Asset Protection Specialist (APS) is primarily responsible for preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting safety and environmental program compliance in their assigned store. The APS will utilize several tools to minimize loss to the Company, including but not limited to identifying incidents of theft and fraud, reviewing CCTV and exception reports, monitoring the store's physical security, auditing the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) and driving a "shrink elimination" culture in the store. Other responsibilities include preparing accurate and detailed case reports documenting apprehensions and recoveries, preserving evidence, interacting with law enforcement, and testifying in criminal and civil court actions. The APS must demonstrate integrity at all times, respond to AP and operational concerns of all associates and remain focused on store specific business objectives while supporting key Asset Protection and operational responsibilities Each associate has the responsibility of providing a safe working and shopping environment by following all safety policies and standards, completing specified safety training, immediately correcting hazards and unsafe conditions or reporting conditions to the Manager on Duty, and working safely as not to endanger themselves, co‐workers, vendors, or customers.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain a valid security license from the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.