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Updated March 26, 2025

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Loss prevention specialist resume

David Stevens

(390) 555-5135 | dstevens@example.com

Chicago, IL | 57582 S. Maple St. - 92527

Work experience

2017 - Present
Loss Prevention Specialist, Marshall's - Chicago, IL
- Install and utilize CCTV equipment.
- Monitor closed circuit surveillance systems.
- Fill in as Loss Prevention Supervisor when needed
2016 - 2017
Prevention Specialist, Apple - New York, NY
- Action fraudulent orders and accounts with familiar action codes.
- Explained benefits of Apple products in ways all customers can comprehend, regardless of technical knowledge or understanding.
- Assist customers with questions on Apple products, software and accessories.
- Participated in national product launch of Apple Watch.
- Support team in reaching daily sales goals and objectives.
- Helped to create energy and excitement around Apple products.
2014 - 2016
Loss Prevention Specialist, The Home Depot - Atlanta, GA
- Monitor the store's physical security.
- Conducted internal investigations inpartnership with the APM and Human Resources.
- Specialized in the apprehension of external shoplifting suspects via camera surveillance and monitoring the sales floor.
- Apprehend shoplifters using steps of proof required by company policy and state law.
- Identify and report violations of company policies.

Skills

HIV
Hazmat
Emergency
Physical Security
New Equipment
Prevention Programs
Proper Operation
Damage Prevention
Communication
Room Access

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Criminology (2011 - 2014)
The University of Tampa
Tampa,

Loss prevention specialist resume

Kyle Black

(400) 555-5734 | kblack@example.com

New Brunswick, NJ | 4540 E. Cedar Rd. - 78057

Work experience

2020 - Present
Loss Prevention Specialist, Best Buy - New Brunswick, NJ
- Conducted weekly security checks corresponding to a checklist to make sure the CCTV, Alarms and product was secured.
- Apprehend shoplifters by applying various techniques.
2019 - 2020
Loss Prevention Specialist, Century 21 Department Stores - New Brunswick, NJ
- Monitor CCTV (Internal/External) and EAS (electronic article surveillance).
- Respond to all emergency and urgent situations pertaining to the safety of the building, including the staff and customers.
2018 - 2019
Loss Prevention Specialist, Metro One LPSG - New Brunswick, NJ
- Worked as a undercover store detective along with a detective working on a CCTV to prevent the loss of store merchandise.
- Maintained surveillance of suspicious activity via cctv Provided UC detective work for various stores Apprehended and detained shoplifters Interviewed/corresponded with PPD
- Apprehend shoplifters* Write clear legible reports and report to court* Watched store merchandise and possible suspects
- Apprehend shoplifters in a safe productive manner and according to company policies.
- Managed team of 10 Loss Prevention officers/ Detectives.
- Monitor CCTV and apprehend thieves also protect the stores.

Skills

Safety Procedures
Shortage Control
Crisis Intervention
Loss Prevention
Law Enforcement
Safety Program
Exception Reports
Apprehend Shoplifters
Unsafe Behavior
Safety Hazards

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice (2015 - 2018)
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick,

Loss prevention specialist resume

Elizabeth Rogers

(890) 555-1890 | erogers@example.com

Philadelphia, PA | 24881 N. Main Rd. - 43031

Work experience

2018 - Present
Loss Prevention Specialist, Rite Aid - Philadelphia, PA
- Promoted to Loss Prevention officer after first six months of employment.
- Review and audit Point of Sale (POS) transactions as directed by Asset Protection District Manager.
- Conducted assessments of Loss Prevention operational performance.
- Train sales associates on basic loss prevention policies.
- Managed Loss Prevention for 48 stores in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.
2017 - 2018
Loss Prevention Officer, Macy's - Bellingham, WA
- Apprehend shoplifters, proficient in Microsoft Excel, look up previous transactions and monitor associates for internal theft.
- Audited and ensured that store management, associates and associated personnel were in compliance with loss prevention guidelines.
- Reduced shrink by 40% during my first year as District Loss Prevention Manager.
- Protect post assets Watch CCTV for potential shrink Make rounds of post.
2014 - 2017
Assets Protection Specialist, Macy's - Bellingham, WA
- monitored store operations physically as well as cctv system.
- Watch store associates and conduct weekly internal investigations through CCTV and covert cameras.
- Apprehend shoplifters and prosecute them.
- Monitor CCTV cameras to detect crime and disturbances.
- Installed and helped fix various CCTV cameras throughout the store.
- Respond to all emergency situations that occur within store.

Skills

Store Management
Merchandise Recoveries
Safety Incidents
Retail Sales
EAS
Physical Security
Safety Program
Room Access
Environmental Compliance
Exception Reports

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice (2011 - 2014)
Western Washington University
Bellingham,

Loss prevention specialist resume

Jerry Collins

(550) 555-2334 | jcollins@example.com

Washington, DC | 11237 S. Cedar Ln. - 32808

Work experience

2012 - Present
Loss Prevention Specialist, Macy's - Washington, DC
- Conduct surveillances as defined and directed by Loss Prevention Manager.
- Identify and investigate possible shoplifters Utilize security equipment including CCTV cameras and handcuffs Resolve theft incidents by apprehension and/or recovery
- Utilized floor and PTZ CCTV surveillance and tips given by customers, employees and/or Law enforcement to produce cases.
- Help facilitate emergency preparedness drills and the handling of medical, fire, and natural disaster emergencies.
2011 - 2012
Loss Prevention Representative, Best Buy - Washington, DC
- Demonstrated knowledge of Loss Prevention techniques.
- Assisted Loss Prevention Manager with internal investigations and other special projects as necessary.
- Received a bronze award in loss prevention.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
2009 - 2011
Skip Tracer, Wolpoff & Abramson - Washington, DC
- Processed payments or made payment arrangements for over 300 current and delinquent accounts.

Skills

TLO
New Information
Debt Collection
Phone Numbers
EMS
Fdcpa
Safety Program
HUD
Store Management
Loss Prevention

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice (2006 - 2009)
American University
Washington,

Loss prevention specialist resume

Eric Harper

(520) 555-3080 | eharper@example.com

Los Angeles, CA | 11398 W. First Ln. - 61502

Work experience

2020 - Present
Loss Prevention Specialist, Ross Stores - Los Angeles, CA
- Provided visible presence at store entrances/exits and on sales floor in a company issued vest, monitoring for potential safety issues.
- Enforced and educated on loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Led the oversight and upkeep of over 7,000 systems in stores, pharmacies and distribution centers across the country.
- Prevented the loss of assets from external and internal sources using CCTV, command presence, and inventory control measures
2018 - 2020
Loss Prevention Associate, Burlington - San Bernardino, CA
- Conduct weekly warehouse product inventory, breakout, and sales floor staging of product worth more than $3 million dollars.
- Monitored through CCTV cameras and maintained a good working relationship with the local police department
- Conduct safety inspections and communicate hazards to key holder on duty Ensure physical security by controlling
- Generate in-store accident/incident reports by using the support of various components of the office.
- Monitor store activity via CCTV monitor.
2008 - 2018
Security Officer, Securitas Services - Torrance, CA
- Provided security services for various nightclubs in Atlanta.
- Performed High Level Security Services At Microsoft Campus and Satellite Locations.
- Respond to all emergency situation as directed by polices Report irregularities like unlocked doors or suspicious vehicles.
- Call police or fire department in case of emergency and be point of contact.

Skills

Facility
Company Values
Safety Program
Physical Security
Communication
Safety Culture
Customer Accidents
Client Site
Security Services
Loss Prevention

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice (2005 - 2008)
Western Washington University
Bellingham,

How to write a loss prevention specialist resume

Craft a resume summary statement

A resume summary is your opening statement that highlights your strongest skills and top accomplishments. It is your chance to quickly let recruiters know who you are professionally - and why they should hire you for the loss prevention specialist role.

Step 1: Start with your professional title, or the one you aspire to.

Step 2: Detail your years of experience in loss prevention specialist-related roles and your industry experience.

Step 3: What are your biggest professional wins? Here is your opportunity to highlight your strongest accomplishments by placing them at the start of your resume.

Step 4: Don't forget, your goal is to summarize your experience. Keep it short and sweet, so it's easy for recruiters to quickly understand why you're a great hire.

These four steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some loss prevention specialist interviews.

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List the right project manager skills

Many resumes are filtered out by hiring software before a human eye ever sees them. A robust Skills section can let recruiters (and bots) know you have the skills to do the job. Here is how to make the most of your skills section:

Look to the job listing. You often need to include the exact keywords from the job description. Take note of the skills listed for the job.
Put all relevant hard and soft skills in your skills section.
Be specific. If you are too broad, you may not be giving the best picture of your skills and leave the hiring manager uncertain of your abilities.
Be up to date. Software names change and companies merge. Don't look out of touch by being careless.
Be accurate. Spelling and even upper or lowercase can dramatically change meanings. Make sure you are correctly listing your skills.

These five steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some loss prevention specialist interviews.

Here are example skills to include in your “Area of Expertise” on a loss prevention specialist resume:

Customer Service
Safety Program
Store Management
CCTV
Criminal Justice
Emergency Situations
Law Enforcement Agencies
Local Law Enforcement
Sales Floor
Video Surveillance

Store Associates
Incident Reports
Physical Security Systems
Risk Management
Safety Standards
Inventory Control
Alarm Systems
POS
Store Safety
Human Resources

Distribution Centers
Safety Procedures
Surveillance Equipment
Safety Inspections
Apprehend Shoplifters
Safety Issues
External Investigations
Safety Audits
Circuit Television
Financial Losses

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How to structure your work experience

Your work experience should be structured:

With your most recent roles first, followed by earlier roles in reverse chronological order.
Job title, along with company name and location on the left.
Put the corresponding dates of employment on the left side.
Keep only relevant jobs on your work experience.

How to write loss prevention specialist experience bullet points

Remember, your resume is not a list of responsibilities or a job description. This is your chance to show why you're good at your job and what you accomplished.

Use the XYZ formula for your work experience bullet points. Here's how it works:

Use strong action verbs like Led, Built, or Optimized.
Follow up with numbers when possible to support your results. How much did performance improve? How much revenue did you drive?
Wrap it up by explaining the actions you took to achieve the result and how you made an impact.

This creates bullet points that read Achieved X, measured by Y, by doing Z.

Here are great bullet points from loss prevention specialist resumes:

Work history example #1

Security Officer

Securitas

Monitored daily activities in the company store Switchboard operator/sign visitors in and out of the building Strong communication interaction
Monitored CCTV for suspicious activity.
Utilized portable radio to maintain communication constantly with managers, supervisors, co-workers.
Maintained liaison with appropriate facility personnel.
Managed communication with local law enforcement to coordinate security plans, increase awareness of crime patterns and assist in investigations.

Work history example #2

Loss Prevention Agent

Metro One LPSG

Greeted customers, operated CCTV security monitors and prevented shrinkage of merchandise.
Monitored employee and visitor access through DVRs and CCTVs also monitored Alarms through complex C Cure alarm monitoring program.
Observed CCTV Camera System to maintain security throughout property
Utilized CCTV, visual surveillance, and employee tips to generate cases.
Conducted weekly security checks corresponding to a checklist to make sure the CCTV, Alarms and product was secured.

Work history example #3

Loss Prevention Specialist

Burlington

Installed and maintained CCTV system.
Monitored CCTV cameras Apprehended shoplifters Report Writing Responded to emergencies Audits Customer service/Greeted customers Incident Reports Cash handling
Conducted CCTV camera surveillance and Foot patrol of store to ensure detection as well as apprehension of shoplifters.
Decreased liability Claims every year driving profit.
Installed and utilized CCTV/digital recording equipment.

Work history example #4

Loss Prevention Specialist

Ross Stores

Gathered theft indicators and use internal and external intelligence to positively impact shortage trends.
Viewed CCTV, accounted for any loss of inventory, internal/external investigations.
Prevented distribution center losses by positioning cameras based on inventory placement.
Assisted Police officers and Private Investigators through use of the store's electronic journal and CCTV's.
Testified on behalf of Meijer, Inc. for internal and external crimes in court and private hearings.

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Add an education section to your resume

The education section should display your highest degree first.

Place your education section appropriately on your resume. If you graduated over 5 years ago, this section should be at the bottom of your resume. If you just graduated and lack relevant work experience, the education section should go to the top.

If you have a bachelor's or master's degree, do not list your high school education. If your graduation year is more than 15-20 years ago, it's better not to include dates in this section.

Here are some examples of good education entries from loss prevention specialist resumes:

Bachelor's Degree in criminology

The University of Tampa, Tampa, FL

2011 - 2014

Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ

2015 - 2018

Highlight your loss prevention specialist certifications on your resume

If you have any additional certifications or education-like achievements, add them to the education section.

To list, use the full name of the certification and the organization that issued it, along with the date of achievement.

Here are some of the best certifications to have on loss prevention specialist resumes:

Certified Criminal Justice Specialist (CCJS)
Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Security 5 Certification
OSHA Safety Certificate
Loss Prevention Certified (LPC)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Professional - Human Resource (IPMA-CP)
Loss Prevention Qualified (LPQ)
Certified Manager Certification (CM)
Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)

Updated March 26, 2025

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