Loss Prevention Officer - Kingston

The Investigators Group Inc. is a leading private investigation and security services company with a long-standing reputation for excellence.

We are currently seeking skilled Loss Prevention Officers (Plain clothes) to work closely with our retail clients in Kingston, ON

Position Summary

As a Loss Prevention Officer, you will play a critical role in detecting and apprehending shoplifters, minimizing the financial loss of retail items related to theft, and writing apprehension and prevention reports. You will also have frequent interactions with local law enforcement authorities, working collaboratively to ensure the safety and security of our client's retail locations. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates with education in police foundations and or private security.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting surveillance to detect and apprehend shoplifters
• Minimize the financial loss of retail items related to theft
• Write apprehension and prevention reports
• Follow policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Security License
• Basic understanding of the Criminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act and Powers of Arrest
• Ability to communicate with first responders, staff and management
• Available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends
• Ability to work independently and possess initiative and integrity
• English (written and verbal)
• Ability to stand and walk for a full shift

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Extended healthcare benefits
• Skill development
• Contributing to a safer community

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Morning shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Have you conducted apprehensions?
• Are you available full time or part time? (Please specify)
• Do you have Use of Force Training?

Experience:

• Security: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Security Guard Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person