Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in Tennessee
Asset Protection Specialist jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in retail, logistics, and healthcare, with the highest demand in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. Major employers with a consistent hiring presence include Walmart, FedEx, and Kroger, each operating large distribution, fulfillment, or store networks across the state. The most in-demand specialties are organized retail crime investigation, loss prevention auditing, and inventory shrink reduction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
- Patrolling: Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols of the interior and exterior to check doors, windows, and gates for security breaches.
- Access Control: Monitor site and building entrance points, verify visitor credentials, and manage staff/visitor sign-ins.
- Weapons Detection: Operates and advise onsite weapons detection system (Evolv) and respond / intervene detected weapons to protect site / staff.
- Surveillance/Investigate: Monitor alarm systems and CCTV cameras to detect unauthorized activity and reviews unlawful activity or site policy violations for reporting & escalation. Escalate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement for controlled response.
- Incident Response: Serve as the first responder to emergencies, disturbances, or safety hazards, contacting law enforcement or fire departments as necessary.
- Incident management: Respond to emergency situations and gain control of situation, abate / resolve problem and gain control of area. Report and escalate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement when needed.
- Reporting: Daily, accurate reports detailing observations, incidents, and security checks.
- Enforcement: Enforce company policies and uphold safety regulations, including removing trespassers if necessary.
- Reports: Completes all required transaction and activity reports to completion
- Inspections: Performs life & safety critical inspections on key building areas and equipment on the required frequency. (daily / hourly)
- Asset Inspection: Perform asset inspection for outbound TMs for product handling in the building. Detect / inspect when product handling is a concern / detect potential theft situations and respond accordingly.
CRITICAL WORK BEHAVIORS
- Completes work with minimal guidance.
- Gathers and analyzes the most critical information needed to understand problems
- Advances problems toward resolution despite ambiguity or uncertainty
- Takes ownership of work while completing it in a timely and errorless manner
- Exhibits a professional demeanor when interacting with others
QUALIFICATIONS
An individual must be able to perform essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be organized and detail oriented
- Ability to be proficient in WMS and understand all aspects of inventory movement in a DC.
- Proficient in Writing, Microsoft Excel, MS-Outlook, MSWord.
- Strong partnership, team oriented with interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Perform assigned role with an expected level of credibility & integrity
- Have a passion for auditing, checking with high attention to detail
RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE / TRAINING
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Experience with RF scanning devices
- Work history showing good attendance and zero work function disciplinary actions
- At least 1 year working for AAP or previous work experience in a warehouse/distribution security,
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)/Home school equivalency
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Pass background check
- Ability to work on various shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals
- Basic math, including add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Candidates with previous security, safety and/or warehouse exposure are preferred
PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team number will be required to:
- Ability to stand for 7-8 continuous hours with limited breaks and without physical issue.
- Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven ground
- Frequently requires stooping, kneeling and crouching
- Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally team lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
- Patrolling: Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols of the interior and exterior to check doors, windows, and gates for security breaches.
- Access Control: Monitor site and building entrance points, verify visitor credentials, and manage staff/visitor sign-ins.
- Weapons Detection: Operates and advise onsite weapons detection system (Evolv) and respond / intervene detected weapons to protect site / staff.
- Surveillance/Investigate: Monitor alarm systems and CCTV cameras to detect unauthorized activity and reviews unlawful activity or site policy violations for reporting & escalation. Escalate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement for controlled response.
- Incident Response: Serve as the first responder to emergencies, disturbances, or safety hazards, contacting law enforcement or fire departments as necessary.
- Incident management: Respond to emergency situations and gain control of situation, abate / resolve problem and gain control of area. Report and escalate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement when needed.
- Reporting: Daily, accurate reports detailing observations, incidents, and security checks.
- Enforcement: Enforce company policies and uphold safety regulations, including removing trespassers if necessary.
- Reports: Completes all required transaction and activity reports to completion
- Inspections: Performs life & safety critical inspections on key building areas and equipment on the required frequency. (daily / hourly)
- Asset Inspection: Perform asset inspection for outbound TMs for product handling in the building. Detect / inspect when product handling is a concern / detect potential theft situations and respond accordingly.
CRITICAL WORK BEHAVIORS
- Completes work with minimal guidance.
- Gathers and analyzes the most critical information needed to understand problems
- Advances problems toward resolution despite ambiguity or uncertainty
- Takes ownership of work while completing it in a timely and errorless manner
- Exhibits a professional demeanor when interacting with others
QUALIFICATIONS
An individual must be able to perform essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be organized and detail oriented
- Ability to be proficient in WMS and understand all aspects of inventory movement in a DC.
- Proficient in Writing, Microsoft Excel, MS-Outlook, MSWord.
- Strong partnership, team oriented with interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Perform assigned role with an expected level of credibility & integrity
- Have a passion for auditing, checking with high attention to detail
RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE / TRAINING
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Experience with RF scanning devices
- Work history showing good attendance and zero work function disciplinary actions
- At least 1 year working for AAP or previous work experience in a warehouse/distribution security,
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)/Home school equivalency
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Pass background check
- Ability to work on various shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals
- Basic math, including add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Candidates with previous security, safety and/or warehouse exposure are preferred
PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team number will be required to:
- Ability to stand for 7-8 continuous hours with limited breaks and without physical issue.
- Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven ground
- Frequently requires stooping, kneeling and crouching
- Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally team lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.
California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:
https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures
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The qualifications that appear most often in asset protection specialist jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee Armed Security Guard license or unarmed equivalent where applicable
- Prior loss prevention or security experience in retail or logistics environments
- Proficiency with surveillance systems, CCTV monitoring, and incident documentation software
- Knowledge of exception-based reporting tools and shrink analysis methods
- Ability to conduct internal investigations, interviews, and write detailed incident reports
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with a preference for criminal justice coursework
Asset Protection Specialist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a asset protection specialist in Tennessee?
To work as an asset protection specialist in Tennessee, most employers require a security guard license issued by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance if the role involves any armed or unarmed security duties. Applicants complete a state-approved training course, pass a background check, and register with the department. A high school diploma is the minimum education requirement, and coursework in criminal justice or retail management strengthens a candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire asset protection specialists in Tennessee?
Tennessee asset protection specialist roles are posted by Dollar General, JCPenney, and Walgreens and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's concentration of major retail chains, large distribution centers, and regional grocery networks makes it one of the more active states for this role.
Which Tennessee cities have the most asset protection specialist jobs?
Memphis, Goodlettsville, and Tennessee have the most asset protection specialist openings in Tennessee. Memphis drives significant volume through its logistics and distribution sector, including major fulfillment operations, while Nashville's retail expansion and Knoxville's growing commercial corridors account for consistent openings across both corporate and field-based positions.
Are there remote asset protection specialist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Most asset protection specialist work is inherently on-site, requiring a physical presence to monitor store floors, conduct investigations, or oversee facility security. About 100% of asset protection specialist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in exception-based reporting analysis or corporate audit roles rather than field work.
How can I get hired as a asset protection specialist in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a retail associate or floor security position at a large Tennessee employer such as Walmart or Kroger, both of which promote internally into asset protection roles. Completing Tennessee's state-registered security guard training gives candidates a credential that signals readiness even without direct experience. Adjacent roles in customer service, inventory control, or store management are common lateral moves that lead into asset protection without a formal background in loss prevention.
Where can I find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to asset protection specialist jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings. Search for roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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