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Retail Loss Prevention Specialists

Median Salary
39,360
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity. May assist in developing policies, procedures, and systems for safeguarding assets.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$24,090

10%

$39,360

Median

$77,940

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    68%

  • Associate's degree

    11%

  • Bachelor's degree

    10%

  • Less than high school

    5%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    4%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Public Safety and Security
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Education and Training
  • Administrative
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.