Safety/Loss Prevention Specialist

SUMMARY:

The Safety Loss Prevention Specialist aids Goodwill Industries of El Paso’s retail stores in preventing and reducing merchandise loss; using procedures and systems designed to safeguard assets. Responsibilities for accomplishing these tasks include routine audits and inspections.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ensure company safety procedures are followed and audits store processes accordingly.
2. Creates weekly reports for Safety and Loss Prevention.
3. Reduce liabilities related to worker’s compensation.
4. Develop, implement, and maintain safety/security systems and programs.
5. Champion Goodwill Industries of El Paso’s mission, vision and values.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate safety initiatives and activities for employees and volunteers.
2. Perform investigations to determine potential risks and liabilities as it relates to safety and loss prevention.
3. Prepare and distribute reports relating to Risk Management and Safety on a monthly basis.
4. Submit key financial and other key data on a monthly basis as required by GII membership standards.  Monthly statistical reporting and timely data submission is required for the Enhanced Monthly Report (EMR).
5. Recommend methods to improve department operations and efficiency.
6. Maintain Safety Handbook/Policies and Loss Prevention Manual to promote best practices.
7. Review and monitor safety compliance and procedures at all locations.
8. Provide daily direction and communication to employees.
9. Perform workers compensation and general liability claim reviews.
10. Understand OSHA regulations and implementation.
11. Proficiency in security technology such as CCTV and electronic sensor barriers.
12. Explain and enforce company policies and procedures.
13. Explain and enforce company safety rules.
14. Perform other duties as assigned or requested in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
15. Monitor safety experience modifiers as a baseline to improve safety initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate’s degree and/or equivalent work experience in Criminal Justice required. Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.
2. Minimum of two years of experience in safety/loss prevention, interviews and interrogations.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
4. Ability to manage multiple tasks, detail and results oriented.
5. Ability to create and present training sessions related to Safety and Loss Prevention.
6. Ability to communicate read and write in both English/Spanish.
7. Self-starter with excellent task management, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
8. Ability to manage and make progress on multiple projects under specific time requirements.
9. Proficient knowledge of workers’ compensation and or safety regulations.
10. Ability to work in an outdoor environment (heat, cold, adverse weather conditions).
11. Must provide professional references.
12. Must have a valid driver’s license and current proof of liability insurance.
13. Ability to drive to multiple locations frequently. 
14. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
15. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers, employees and people receiving services. 
16. Ability to maintain a positive, friendly attitude and a clean, professional appearance. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Outdoor environment (heat, cold, adverse weather conditions);
• Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, bend, stoop;
• Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
• Ability to talk, hear, and exercise visual acuity;
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.