Job opening
Store Security Specialist
Wegmans Food Markets · Amherst, NY
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About this role
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- Employer
- Wegmans Food Markets
- Location
- Amherst, NY
- Pay
- $35.00 an hour
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Work mode
- Not listed
- Education
- Degree preferred or replaceable by experience (classified)
- Sector
- Retail Hospitality Food
- Occupation (O*NET)
- Retail Loss Prevention Specialists (classified)
- Posted by employer
- October 12, 2026
- First seen on Buffalo Projects
- October 17, 2026 · 8 days ago
- Deadline
- November 3, 2026
Skills in the posting
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Required
- Microsoft Office
“Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office”
Full description
Location:
675 Alberta Drive Amherst, NY 14226
Availability Requirement for this role:
Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).
Age Requirement:
Must be 18 years or older
Time Type:
Part time
Pay Range:
$35 / hour
Why Work Here
Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.
Job Description:
At Wegmans, our store security teams are committed to keeping our customers and employees safe. Our security specialists play a critical role helping to communicate between the Asset Protection team and the store leadership group. We’re seeking an independent individual who is task-oriented and can build strong relationships throughout the store while keeping customer service top of mind!
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What You'll Do
- Prioritize safety in our stores to create a positive shopping and working environment
- Analyze trends and data to implement a strategy to maximize sales and minimize loss due to theft
- Monitor activity to prevent loss, including apprehending and processing shoplifters
- Foster a collaborative relationship with community partners and emergency responders
- Coordinate and manage the use of all Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) systems
- Respond to emergency situations; provide ongoing support and guidance to both employees and customers
- Conduct investigations as directed by leadership
Requirements
- 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency
- Valid license to carry a firearm
- Valid driver’s license
- Conflict management and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
- Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments
- Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field
- Related experience, including security and/or loss prevention
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or First Responder
- Leadership experience, preferably in a retail setting
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