Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in Ohio
Asset Protection Specialist jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where major retailers and logistics operators maintain large footprints, with demand running from entry-level floor positions to senior investigative roles. Employers with an established Ohio presence, including Kroger, Macy's, and Target, post openings consistently across the state. The most in-demand specialties are retail loss prevention, organized retail crime investigation, and supply chain shrink reduction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About us
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
Asset Protection Specialist – EtNA (Oh) DC
About The Role
The Asset Protection Specialist has a thorough knowledge of KnitWell Group, Inc.’s security and life safety procedures and is responsible for supporting the protection of our enterprise assets, which include associates, product and property. This individual must maintain company and departmental policy and procedural expertise and ongoing action readiness for incidents related to life safety and Asset Protection within the organization and provides detailed reporting to various staff and support departments.
The hours for this position are:
Mon-Thurs = 2 pm – 10 pm
Fri = 1 pm – 9 pm
(with some flexibility needed)
The Impact You Can Have
- Checks associate ID badges to control facility egress and logs visitors/contractors. Greet, engage and assist associates, vendors and visitors upon registration.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of / and monitors facilities CCTV, fire/burglar, and access control systems.
- Answers and transfers internal/external phone calls as part of Front Desk procedures.
- Conducts daily (i.e. outbound/inbound audits, safety/security checklists, etc.) and monthly audits and facility inspections.
- Responsible for initiating internal/external investigations based off daily inspections findings and/or information received from other sources/information.
- Logs all inbound / outbound trailers and containers upon entry/exit of the trailer yard, entering each into yard management system, and making appropriate communications to partners on radio to direct trailers to a dock door or yard lot location.
- Inspects all trailers and containers for signs of damage or tampering and performs C-TPAT 7-point inspections on international outbound trailers and documenting any anomalies.
- Secures facility and truck gate during non-operational hours.
- Provides after-hour security service/surveillance (walk and/or monitor associates to their automobile, etc.) to associates in times of need.
- Responsible for creating incident/injury report and applying first aid in times of need.
What You'll Bring to the Role
- At least 6 months experience in Asset Protection / Loss Prevention or security preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must be flexible to work any shift including weekends, and be on call 24/7, any day of the year.
- Self-motivated; must be able to work with little or no supervision during shift.
- Excellent organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication skills
- First Aid, CPR, AED certification preferred (certification will be required during employment)
- Possess basic Microsoft skills (i.e., Office, Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
Location:
Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062
Position Type:
Regular/Full time
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Location:
DC-Distrib Ctr Etna OH-ascena, OH 43062Position Type:
Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
About us
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
Asset Protection Specialist – EtNA (Oh) DC
About The Role
The Asset Protection Specialist has a thorough knowledge of KnitWell Group, Inc.’s security and life safety procedures and is responsible for supporting the protection of our enterprise assets, which include associates, product and property. This individual must maintain company and departmental policy and procedural expertise and ongoing action readiness for incidents related to life safety and Asset Protection within the organization and provides detailed reporting to various staff and support departments.
The hours for this position are:
Mon-Thurs = 2 pm – 10 pm
Fri = 1 pm – 9 pm
(with some flexibility needed)
The Impact You Can Have
- Checks associate ID badges to control facility egress and logs visitors/contractors. Greet, engage and assist associates, vendors and visitors upon registration.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of / and monitors facilities CCTV, fire/burglar, and access control systems.
- Answers and transfers internal/external phone calls as part of Front Desk procedures.
- Conducts daily (i.e. outbound/inbound audits, safety/security checklists, etc.) and monthly audits and facility inspections.
- Responsible for initiating internal/external investigations based off daily inspections findings and/or information received from other sources/information.
- Logs all inbound / outbound trailers and containers upon entry/exit of the trailer yard, entering each into yard management system, and making appropriate communications to partners on radio to direct trailers to a dock door or yard lot location.
- Inspects all trailers and containers for signs of damage or tampering and performs C-TPAT 7-point inspections on international outbound trailers and documenting any anomalies.
- Secures facility and truck gate during non-operational hours.
- Provides after-hour security service/surveillance (walk and/or monitor associates to their automobile, etc.) to associates in times of need.
- Responsible for creating incident/injury report and applying first aid in times of need.
What You'll Bring to the Role
- At least 6 months experience in Asset Protection / Loss Prevention or security preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must be flexible to work any shift including weekends, and be on call 24/7, any day of the year.
- Self-motivated; must be able to work with little or no supervision during shift.
- Excellent organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication skills
- First Aid, CPR, AED certification preferred (certification will be required during employment)
- Possess basic Microsoft skills (i.e., Office, Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
Location:
Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062
Position Type:
Regular/Full time
#LI-MJ1
Location:
DC-Distrib Ctr Etna OH-ascena, OH 43062Position Type:
Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
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Asset Protection Specialist Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in asset protection specialist jobs across Ohio.
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred by most Ohio employers
- One or more years of retail loss prevention or security experience in a comparable environment
- Wicklander-Zulawski or Reid Technique interview and interrogation certification highly valued
- Proficiency with CCTV systems, electronic article surveillance, and case management software
- Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation for multi-site coverage responsibilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing accurate incident and case reports
Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an asset protection specialist in Ohio?
Ohio does not require a state-issued license specifically for retail asset protection specialists, though private security roles may require registration with the Ohio Department of Public Safety's Private Investigation and Security Services section if duties include guard work. Most Ohio employers expect a high school diploma, a clean background check, and hands-on retail or security experience. Completing a recognized interview technique course and gaining floor experience in a retail or warehouse setting is the most direct path.
Which companies hire asset protection specialists in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring asset protection specialists in Ohio include Walmart, Meijer, and Victoria's Secret, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of big-box retail, grocery chains, and distribution centers makes it one of the more active states for ongoing asset protection hiring year-round.
Which Ohio cities have the most asset protection specialist jobs?
Whitehall, Cincinnati, and Reynoldsburg account for the most asset protection specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume as the state capital and a major retail and logistics hub, while Cleveland and Cincinnati anchor large retail corridors and distribution networks that require dedicated asset protection coverage across multiple store and warehouse locations.
Are there remote asset protection specialist jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Asset protection work is fundamentally on-site, involving floor presence, CCTV monitoring, and direct engagement with staff and incidents. About 0% of asset protection specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve exception-based reporting, data analytics, or corporate loss prevention strategy rather than frontline store work.
How can I get hired as an asset protection specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to associate or hourly asset protection roles at large Ohio retailers such as Kroger, Macy's, or Target, which regularly hire candidates without prior LP experience and provide on-the-job training. Lateral moves from customer service, retail management, or security officer positions are common stepping stones. Earning a Wicklander-Zulawski interview fundamentals certificate or completing an Ohio State Patrol–recognized security training course adds a measurable edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across retailers, logistics operators, and corporate employers. Search by city or role type to narrow results to positions that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the roles that fit.
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