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Security/Loss Prevention Officer

O'Brien & Associates
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/18/2026

$18.00/$19.00hr. Starting Wage; Full-time Position Available.

Must be able to work some days, nights, weekends, holidays!

Having a security Perc Card is not a must but looks great!

O'Brien and Associates (Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, & Retirement Plan)

NOW HIRING IN ELGIN, ILLINIOS

Must be able to reliably commute to the Carpentersville location

UNIFORMED LOSS PREVENTION AGENTS – Experience preferred, but not necessary – WE WILL TRAIN individuals who have the desire and motivation to be a successful loss prevention officer.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Detection, apprehension, and deterrence of potential Customer/Associate theft activity using in-store surveillance equipment and by walking the floor, that would otherwise result in a loss to company assets
  • Assist in promoting, monitoring and implementing compliance policies and procedures related to theft prevention, safety, and inventory control
  • Complete all incident/investigation reports and any required paperwork related to theft
  • Must have the ability to attend all court hearings (compensated for time)

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screening
  • Must possess a Private Security License or the ability to obtain one before starting (with our assistance)
  • Must work well under pressure and exercise good judgment
  • Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to work well both independently and as a team
  • Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Must have reliable transportation and the ability to work weekends and flexible hours, including Holidays
  • Basic working knowledge or retail policies and procedures is preferred
  • Willingness to rotate within a group of locations
  • Must be hardworking, self-motivated and punctual
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.

Additional Information:

O’Brien and Associates is a full service, licensed and insured private investigation and security agency founded in 1990. Do you have the desire to stop dishonest activity? Do you want a rewarding career that you can feel good about at the end of the day? If you answered yes to these questions we want to speak with you! Please visit our website for more information: http://www.obrien-and-associates.com/retail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19

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