Asset Protection Specialist

About the job

Why choose us?

Are you ready to play a critical role in creating a safe, secure, and compliant store environment? Join us as an Asset Protection Specialist, where protecting people, assets, and company integrity takes center stage.

As an Asset Protection Specialist, no two days are ever the same! You'll help protect our people, products, and profits by identifying opportunities to reduce theft, fraud, and operational loss. Using observation skills, technology, and strong partnerships with store leadership, you'll help support a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our customers and associates.

You'll monitor store activity, support investigations, identify potential risks, and take appropriate action in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. Success in this role comes from sound judgment, attention to detail, strong communication, and a passion for helping others.

If making an impact while building valuable career skills sounds exciting, we'd love to talk with you!

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and wellbeing starts with you. Bring your awareness, integrity, and commitment to safety to a role where protection meets service—and where your actions directly support shrink reduction, operational excellence, and a secure shopping environment.

Main responsibilities:

• Maintain a visible presence to support a safe and secure store environment for customers, associates, and vendors while delivering excellent customer service

• Monitor checkout areas and review exception reports to identify fraud, associate dishonesty, and ensure compliance with cash handling policies

• Conduct surveillance throughout the store to detect theft, safety risks, and operational issues

• Apprehend individuals committing theft in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, ensuring safety of all parties

• Respond to electronic article surveillance (EAS) alarms and investigate incidents

• Monitor receiving and storage areas and conduct delivery audits to detect vendor fraud and ensure procedural compliance

• Conduct inspections and audits related to shrink control, safety, and physical security standards; document and communicate findings

• Maintain and operate asset protection equipment, including CCTV, EAS systems, and alarm systems

• Conduct investigations as directed, including thorough documentation, and partner with store leadership and law enforcement as needed

• Train and communicate with associates on loss prevention, safety, and compliance practices while identifying and addressing unsafe conditions

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

Soft skills:

• Strong customer service mindset with ability to remain calm and professional in high pressure or confrontational situations

• Excellent observation and attention to detail

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Sound judgment and decision making ability

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Competencies:

• Shrink reduction and loss prevention execution

• Surveillance and incident detection

• Investigations and documentation

• Safety compliance and risk mitigation

• Policy adherence and operational auditing

Knowledge:

• Company loss prevention policies and procedures

• Basic understanding of legal requirements and law enforcement interaction

• Cash handling practices and POS transaction review

• Safety, compliance, and operational standards

Abilities:

• Strong situational awareness with the ability to quickly assess and respond to safety or security concerns

• Analytical thinking to identify irregular activity and interpret POS or operational data

• Skilled in documenting investigations clearly, accurately, and professionally

• Comfortable operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting surveillance and security equipment

• Capable of remaining alert and engaged during extended periods of standing or walking

• Responds effectively and decisively in emergency or high‑risk situations

• Travel requirements: None

• Other requirements: Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays; ability to work varied schedules; reliable attendance; adherence to company safety, loss prevention, and conduct policies

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly

• Associate discounts

• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)

• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).  For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits

• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – Click below to view video:  ACI Values

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

About Us

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail.  Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being.  We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S.  We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. ****Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).  [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. ​

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 776884
• Job Category: Retail, Store Ops
• Posting Date: 2026-10-06
• Apply Before: 2026-10-21
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 11 TRADERS WAY, SALEM, MA, 01970, US
• Banner: Shaw's
• Union Status: Non-Union
• Minimum Pay Rate: $19.00
• Maximum Pay Rate: $21.00