.The Loss Prevention Specialist (LPS) is a key hourly associate position within Amazon Operations. The LPS leads the effort to efficiently and effectively oversee security services and asset (lives, buildings, equipment, inventory, data, & intellectual property) protection in a designated building. The LPS reports to the Loss Prevention responsible for their facility, and aids them in supporting the Operational team, and the cross-functional teams throughout the organization. The position is site-based.Key Job ResponsibilitiesLead, conduct, and deliver results regarding investigations of Theft, Fraud, and Workplace Violence/Critical Incidents.Prepare prompt and complete reports relative to Workplace Violence, Theft, Fraud, Critical Incidents, and Process Improvement.Deliver results through policy Guidance, Education, and Mitigation strategies to help meet business demands.Serve as department's liaison and security/crisis management subject matter expert for site leadership keeping them informed on key issues, strategies, and the department's performance.Analyze data, conduct audits, and identify trends to create actionable plans to mitigate risk.Maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace.Effectively partner with internal customers in evaluating current and future security services, processes, and initiatives.Develop strategies for alarm reduction and conduct system diagnostics for problematic devices by engaging and resolving issues with internal and external partners.Accurately communicate verbally and in written form to a broad customer base.Train and orient new Associates in LP culture.Develop projects while continuously improving physical security, processes, standards, training, and policies for future growth.Ensure internal controls per Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements related to data center access controls, inventory control, and record keeping.Promote and execute security best practices.Audit physical security infrastructure (i.E., intrusion detection, access control, cameras) and ensure functionality of all systems.Work weekends and/or overnight shifts as necessary.Work in an industrial environment that requires walking up to 5 miles a day and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.BASIC QUALIFICATIONSHigh school or equivalent diploma.1+ years of experience in security service, asset protection, audit, investigations, law enforcement, military, risk management, inventory control, quality assurance or bachelor's degree in a related field.Experience with MS Office Professional Suite, including Excel.Workplace Violence and/or Business Continuity experience.Analytical experience in performance-based, action and results-oriented setting.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDemonstrated ability to work independently with off-site supervision.Demonstrated ability to engage with others at all levels.Must have strong oral and written communication skills