Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in California
Asset Protection Specialist jobs in California are concentrated in retail, hospitality, and logistics, with demand running from entry-level store detectives to senior investigators overseeing multi-site programs across the state's largest commercial corridors. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego drive the bulk of openings, anchored by major retailers and hospitality groups with deep California footprints such as Target, Nordstrom, and Marriott. The most in-demand specialties are organized retail crime investigation, surveillance operations, and corporate loss prevention. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Be Part of an Amazing Story
Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
The Manager, Asset Protection oversees one of the highest shortage locations, with an elevated scope of responsibility that may include executive direct reports and increased staff levels, higher Sales Volume, or significant Shortage risk. They serve as the subject matter expert on Asset Protection and Shortage Reduction Strategies within their location, the experience they bring in asset protection and shortage reduction is essential in supporting the overall company goal for topline results.
What You Will Do
Shortage
- Lead the store executive team in planning, implementing, monitoring, and managing the store's shortage prevention and awareness programs
- Develop relationships with Store, Division, and Regional leaders to gain support towards achieving shortage goals
- Manage and monitor internal and external theft investigations, apprehensions, and recoveries
- Analyze theft trends through the utilization of available AP Reports, Systems, and Technology
- Establish a high level of shortage awareness and effectiveness determined by audit results
- Ensure that all AP policies and procedures are thoroughly understood by the AP team and executed effectively
- Manage and monitor payroll expenses
- Support the preparation, take, and reconciliation of the annual inventory process
- Focus on significant shortage opportunities and develop action plans with a higher level of impact to improve location and district results
- Assume an elevated leadership role within the division to include special projects beyond the normal scope of responsibility
Customer
- Uphold Macy’s commitment to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that our company aspires to achieve, every day in every store and office, with every customer and associate
- Role model exemplary service and lead the Asset Protection team to provide an outstanding shopping experience
- Ensure selling floor merchandise protection standards are maintained; conduct AP audits and review for action opportunities
- Drive an awareness culture focused on prevention by ensuring the store population is educated on Asset Protection best practices
- Maintain safety awareness and a safe shopping and work environment for customers and colleagues
- Handle proprietary, sensitive, and confidential information
- Manage high-profile incidents and special event management
- Participate in visits with senior leadership
People
- Recruit and develop qualified Asset Protection talent by creating and supporting a culture that values retention, career development, and succession planning
- Achieve results through managing others, including direct reports who are often hourly colleagues and leaders
- Play an influential role in the development of high-potential leaders
- Lead innovative projects and foster idea sharing among peers
- Establish yourself as an influential leader
- Address colleague concerns in a reasonable and fair manner, consistent with the values expected by the Company
- Leverage partnerships and foster relationships with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and community leaders
- Support Macy’s Brand values, including the commitment to community service opportunities and ‘Give Back’ opportunities
- Maintain regular, dependable attendance, and punctuality
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned
Skills You Will Need
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve shortage prevention goals, while upholding company values and fostering a positive work environment
Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop and execute effective shortage prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs and challenges of the location
Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with Store, Division, and Regional leaders, gaining support for shortage reduction initiatives
Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing theft trends and utilizing available reports, systems, and technology to identify and address areas of concern proactively
Communication: Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey information to diverse audiences, including senior leadership, colleagues, and external partners
Adaptability: Capacity to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure, adapting strategies as needed to address evolving challenges
Time Management: Strong organizational skills to effectively manage resources, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality
Who You Are
- Candidates with a High School Diploma or equivalent are encouraged to apply.
- 3-5 years of prior Asset Protection management experience
- This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands
- Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
- May involve reaching above eye level
- Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
- Able to sustain long periods enclosed in surveillance areas
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
- Tuition reimbursement
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About Us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!
This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
Be Part of an Amazing Story
Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
The Manager, Asset Protection oversees one of the highest shortage locations, with an elevated scope of responsibility that may include executive direct reports and increased staff levels, higher Sales Volume, or significant Shortage risk. They serve as the subject matter expert on Asset Protection and Shortage Reduction Strategies within their location, the experience they bring in asset protection and shortage reduction is essential in supporting the overall company goal for topline results.
What You Will Do
Shortage
- Lead the store executive team in planning, implementing, monitoring, and managing the store's shortage prevention and awareness programs
- Develop relationships with Store, Division, and Regional leaders to gain support towards achieving shortage goals
- Manage and monitor internal and external theft investigations, apprehensions, and recoveries
- Analyze theft trends through the utilization of available AP Reports, Systems, and Technology
- Establish a high level of shortage awareness and effectiveness determined by audit results
- Ensure that all AP policies and procedures are thoroughly understood by the AP team and executed effectively
- Manage and monitor payroll expenses
- Support the preparation, take, and reconciliation of the annual inventory process
- Focus on significant shortage opportunities and develop action plans with a higher level of impact to improve location and district results
- Assume an elevated leadership role within the division to include special projects beyond the normal scope of responsibility
Customer
- Uphold Macy’s commitment to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that our company aspires to achieve, every day in every store and office, with every customer and associate
- Role model exemplary service and lead the Asset Protection team to provide an outstanding shopping experience
- Ensure selling floor merchandise protection standards are maintained; conduct AP audits and review for action opportunities
- Drive an awareness culture focused on prevention by ensuring the store population is educated on Asset Protection best practices
- Maintain safety awareness and a safe shopping and work environment for customers and colleagues
- Handle proprietary, sensitive, and confidential information
- Manage high-profile incidents and special event management
- Participate in visits with senior leadership
People
- Recruit and develop qualified Asset Protection talent by creating and supporting a culture that values retention, career development, and succession planning
- Achieve results through managing others, including direct reports who are often hourly colleagues and leaders
- Play an influential role in the development of high-potential leaders
- Lead innovative projects and foster idea sharing among peers
- Establish yourself as an influential leader
- Address colleague concerns in a reasonable and fair manner, consistent with the values expected by the Company
- Leverage partnerships and foster relationships with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and community leaders
- Support Macy’s Brand values, including the commitment to community service opportunities and ‘Give Back’ opportunities
- Maintain regular, dependable attendance, and punctuality
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned
Skills You Will Need
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve shortage prevention goals, while upholding company values and fostering a positive work environment
Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop and execute effective shortage prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs and challenges of the location
Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with Store, Division, and Regional leaders, gaining support for shortage reduction initiatives
Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing theft trends and utilizing available reports, systems, and technology to identify and address areas of concern proactively
Communication: Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey information to diverse audiences, including senior leadership, colleagues, and external partners
Adaptability: Capacity to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure, adapting strategies as needed to address evolving challenges
Time Management: Strong organizational skills to effectively manage resources, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality
Who You Are
- Candidates with a High School Diploma or equivalent are encouraged to apply.
- 3-5 years of prior Asset Protection management experience
- This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands
- Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
- May involve reaching above eye level
- Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
- Able to sustain long periods enclosed in surveillance areas
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
- Tuition reimbursement
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About Us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!
This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
STORES00
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
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Asset Protection Specialist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in asset protection specialist jobs across California.
- Active California Guard Card issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
- Prior experience in retail loss prevention, security, or law enforcement preferred
- Proficiency with CCTV surveillance systems and case management software
- Strong knowledge of California shoplifting statutes and detention procedures
- Ability to conduct internal investigations and prepare detailed incident reports
- Valid California driver's license and willingness to work varied or overnight shifts
Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a asset protection specialist in California?
To work as an asset protection specialist in California, you must hold a Guard Card issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, which requires completing a state-approved powers-to-arrest course and a background check. Most employers also look for a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates with coursework in criminal justice or prior retail or security experience move through the hiring process faster and access senior roles sooner.
Which companies hire asset protection specialists in California?
Employers hiring asset protection specialists in California right now include Burlington Stores, Nordstrom, and Macy's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's dense retail and hospitality landscape means large chains and hotel groups consistently post openings throughout the year, particularly in the greater Los Angeles and Bay Area markets.
Which California cities have the most asset protection specialist jobs?
Redlands, San Bernardino, and Chino have the most asset protection specialist openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because of its concentration of flagship retail stores, entertainment venues, and large distribution centers, while San Francisco and San Diego draw openings from major hotel chains, department stores, and regional retail headquarters with significant California operations.
Are there remote asset protection specialist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Asset protection specialist work is fundamentally hands-on and site-based, so most roles require a physical presence in a store, warehouse, or corporate facility. About 0% of asset protection specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in corporate analytics, data-driven loss prevention, or enterprise-level program oversight rather than field operations.
How can I get hired as a asset protection specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is obtaining your California Guard Card first, then applying for store detective or loss prevention associate roles at large retailers such as Target, Walmart, or Macy's, which run structured onboarding programs for candidates without prior experience. Lateral moves from customer service, military service, or security officer positions are common. Completing a powers-to-arrest course through a California Community College and earning a Wicklander-Zulawski interview training certificate strengthens any entry-level application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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