Security Associate

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community Meijer Rewards Weekly pay Scheduling flexibility Paid parental leave Paid education assistance Team member discount Development programs for advancement and career growth Please review the job profile below and apply today This is an entry-level, security position that is responsible for enhancing and supporting the safety and security of customers and team members through friendly engagement while providing a positive and professional presence. . What You'll be Doing: Maintain a continual presence at the assigned entry/exit within the store, providing friendly and efficient service to customers and team members as well as deterring inappropriate behavior. Respond, resolve, and document EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) alarms. Alert Store Detectives to suspicious persons and/or situations and may act as a witness during apprehension situations. Direct emergency response personnel to the area of incident. Ensure physical security of customer entry and exit access points. Identify, resolve, and document safety concerns and escalate to appropriate leadership personnel for resolution, including OSHA compliance and fire code inspections. Assist in mitigating customer complaints/concerns and engaging appropriate leadership personnel as necessary. Prevent/deter theft and fraud through physical presence and customer engagement. May be required to testify in court if necessary. Accurately document merchandise recoveries. Practice 200% safety for self and other. May assist Store Detectives in criminal investigations/apprehensions. Assist with perimeter security checks to ensure a safe and secure environment. This job profile is not meant to be all-inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required. What You Bring with You (Qualifications): High school graduate or equivalent. Prior asset protection experience preferred. Basic understanding of behavioral safety strategies. Ability to learn and understand fire and security systems, including EAS Systems. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word and report writing. Ability to maintain a professional appearance. Commitment to reliable and consistent attendance. Ability to interact with all customers in a friendly and courteous manner. Can demonstrate knowledge of product locations and possess the ability to precisely direct customers based upon that knowledge. Meijer Rewards: Competitive Wages Flexible Schedules Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Plan Coverage Meijer 401 (k) Retirement Plan Paid Days Off & Holiday Pay Team Member Discount Meijer Scholarship Opportunities for Team Members and their immediate families Leadership Development Training Opportunities We opened our doors more than 85 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we're a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 240 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin. Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application, please click here to submit your request . Submissions that are not seeking help to complete the application due to a disability will not be responded to.

Created: 2024-11-12