Job Description

Store Security Specialist at Wegmans Food Markets summary:

The Store Security Specialist is responsible for ensuring safety and preventing theft in a retail environment by monitoring activity, managing CCTV systems, and collaborating with store leadership and community partners. This role requires law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, strong conflict management skills, and the ability to remain composed under pressure. The position supports a positive shopping experience and loss prevention efforts while providing emergency response and investigation services.

Schedule: Full time
Availability: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends).
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
Location: Westwood, MA
Address: 169 University Ave
Pay: $37.25 / hour
Job Posting: 09/30/2025
Job Posting End: 10/30/2025
Job ID: R0260520

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Note : Law enforcement and/or military law enforcement experience is required for this position.

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!

What You Will 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

• Police Officer, Deputy, or Trooper experience or US Military Law Enforcement experience
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Skilled in using sound judgement to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and maintain composure in stressful environments
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

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

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

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At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Keywords:

store security, loss prevention, shoplifting prevention, CCTV monitoring, conflict management, emergency response, law enforcement experience, retail security, customer safety, asset protection

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Immediate start, Sunday, Day shift,

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