Loss Prevention Detective Jobs in New York
Loss Prevention Detective jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in retail, hospitality, and financial services across a role range from entry-level associate to senior investigator. The heaviest hiring happens in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where established employers like Macy's, Target, and Bloomingdale's maintain significant loss prevention operations. Investigations, surveillance technology, and organized retail crime units are the most in-demand specialties for New York-based roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Security and Loss Prevention Expert (SLP Expert) is a key leadership position within the Amazon Security and Loss Prevention (S&LP) team. This role leads the effort to efficiently and effectively provide End-to-End (E2E) S&LP services across all assigned operational business units. This position reports to the SLP Cluster Manager.
Key job responsibilities
- Identify vulnerabilities and conduct root cause analysis using data to define mitigating actions while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Actively monitor and report outcome for systems and tools that generate data indicating site/region opportunities.
- Manage confidential investigations and prepare prompt reports of theft, fraud, and workplace violence/critical incidents.
- Utilize continuous improvement to drive process enhancements and increase efficiency.
- Serve as department’s liaison and security/crisis management subject matter expert keeping site leadership informed on department’s key issues, strategies and the performance.
- Identify, promote and implement security best practices while effectively partnering with internal customers to evaluate current and future security needs, processes, and initiatives, incident response planning, facilitating and management.
- Domestic regional travel up to 50% of the time when applicable.
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach; Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts; Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud; Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments); Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).
- This role covers 24/7 operations and must be able to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
A day in the life
As a SLP Expert, you will join a team of S&LP professionals providing security as a service to business customers across multiple business units within a dedicated geographical area. You perform regular physical security audits and investigate policy violations, security-related incidents, and loss events. During your investigations, you will collect information by monitoring systems and tools, analyzing data reports, and conducting interviews. Your findings contribute to identifying vulnerabilities in various processes to identify and drive mitigating measures. You play a key role in maintaining the physical integrity of our sites by auditing and monitoring the health status of our systems and, jointly with subject matter experts and external suppliers, maintain their functionality. Furthermore, you identify and act upon initiatives improving our physical security infrastructure and contribute directly to the budgetary planning for our external suppliers. You interact on a daily basis with our external security service providers to ensure delivery of high-quality security services and a smooth customer experience. You will be working on multiple high-impact initiatives/projects by collaborating with stakeholders across organizational levels to deliver measurable outcomes through effective project management. Finally, you deliver loss prevention-related education and awareness programs to other teams across all management levels and manage the implementation of our S&LP plan.
About the team
Worldwide Operations Security (WWOS) is the global organization that supports field Loss Prevention and is designed to support Amazon’s Worldwide Operations, as well as affiliate and retail businesses, by creating and maintaining a work environment that is both prepared and secure through global security centers of excellence staffed by subject matter experts in people and asset protection. We accomplish this by creating policy and implementation guidelines; training leadership and staff; using technology to eliminate subjectivity, complexity, and variation; identifying, preparing for, and mitigating risk; and auditing our practices to ensure compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 4+ years of professional or military experience
- 2+ years of security service, loss prevention, asset protection, investigations, or law enforcement, or 2+ years of Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in implementing metric-based strategies utilizing continuous improvement concepts
- Experience in physical security systems maintenance/implementation and coordinating scope of work with security vendors
- 2+ years of operational experience in risk management, audit, data analytics, inventory control, quality assurance, retail, warehouse, distribution center services, delivery service, or supply chain
- Investigative interviewing experience; Wicklander and Zulawski, Loss Prevention Qualified, Certified Protection Professional, Loss Prevention Certified, Certified Forensic Interviewer, Certified Threat Assessment Certification or other relevant certifications
- Workplace incident mitigation or de-escalation and business continuity planning experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; including use of Excel pivot tables and development of charts/graphics
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, Niagara Falls - 62,400.00 - 86,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The Security and Loss Prevention Expert (SLP Expert) is a key leadership position within the Amazon Security and Loss Prevention (S&LP) team. This role leads the effort to efficiently and effectively provide End-to-End (E2E) S&LP services across all assigned operational business units. This position reports to the SLP Cluster Manager.
Key job responsibilities
- Identify vulnerabilities and conduct root cause analysis using data to define mitigating actions while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Actively monitor and report outcome for systems and tools that generate data indicating site/region opportunities.
- Manage confidential investigations and prepare prompt reports of theft, fraud, and workplace violence/critical incidents.
- Utilize continuous improvement to drive process enhancements and increase efficiency.
- Serve as department’s liaison and security/crisis management subject matter expert keeping site leadership informed on department’s key issues, strategies and the performance.
- Identify, promote and implement security best practices while effectively partnering with internal customers to evaluate current and future security needs, processes, and initiatives, incident response planning, facilitating and management.
- Domestic regional travel up to 50% of the time when applicable.
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach; Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts; Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud; Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments); Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).
- This role covers 24/7 operations and must be able to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
A day in the life
As a SLP Expert, you will join a team of S&LP professionals providing security as a service to business customers across multiple business units within a dedicated geographical area. You perform regular physical security audits and investigate policy violations, security-related incidents, and loss events. During your investigations, you will collect information by monitoring systems and tools, analyzing data reports, and conducting interviews. Your findings contribute to identifying vulnerabilities in various processes to identify and drive mitigating measures. You play a key role in maintaining the physical integrity of our sites by auditing and monitoring the health status of our systems and, jointly with subject matter experts and external suppliers, maintain their functionality. Furthermore, you identify and act upon initiatives improving our physical security infrastructure and contribute directly to the budgetary planning for our external suppliers. You interact on a daily basis with our external security service providers to ensure delivery of high-quality security services and a smooth customer experience. You will be working on multiple high-impact initiatives/projects by collaborating with stakeholders across organizational levels to deliver measurable outcomes through effective project management. Finally, you deliver loss prevention-related education and awareness programs to other teams across all management levels and manage the implementation of our S&LP plan.
About the team
Worldwide Operations Security (WWOS) is the global organization that supports field Loss Prevention and is designed to support Amazon’s Worldwide Operations, as well as affiliate and retail businesses, by creating and maintaining a work environment that is both prepared and secure through global security centers of excellence staffed by subject matter experts in people and asset protection. We accomplish this by creating policy and implementation guidelines; training leadership and staff; using technology to eliminate subjectivity, complexity, and variation; identifying, preparing for, and mitigating risk; and auditing our practices to ensure compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 4+ years of professional or military experience
- 2+ years of security service, loss prevention, asset protection, investigations, or law enforcement, or 2+ years of Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in implementing metric-based strategies utilizing continuous improvement concepts
- Experience in physical security systems maintenance/implementation and coordinating scope of work with security vendors
- 2+ years of operational experience in risk management, audit, data analytics, inventory control, quality assurance, retail, warehouse, distribution center services, delivery service, or supply chain
- Investigative interviewing experience; Wicklander and Zulawski, Loss Prevention Qualified, Certified Protection Professional, Loss Prevention Certified, Certified Forensic Interviewer, Certified Threat Assessment Certification or other relevant certifications
- Workplace incident mitigation or de-escalation and business continuity planning experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; including use of Excel pivot tables and development of charts/graphics
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, Niagara Falls - 62,400.00 - 86,700.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon4
- Kohl's1
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in loss prevention detective jobs across New York.
- Active New York State Security Guard registration issued by the Division of Licensing Services
- High school diploma or GED with relevant retail or law enforcement experience
- Experience conducting surveillance using CCTV and digital video systems
- Ability to write detailed incident reports and testify in court proceedings
- Familiarity with exception-based reporting software and point-of-sale analysis
- Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills for working with store staff and local law enforcement
Loss Prevention Detective Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a loss prevention detective in New York?
To work as a loss prevention detective in New York, you must hold a valid Security Guard registration issued by the New York State Division of Licensing Services under the Department of State. Candidates must complete an approved pre-assignment training course and pass a background check. Most employers also expect a high school diploma and prior retail or law enforcement experience. Some larger New York retailers additionally prefer candidates who have completed advanced investigator training.
Which companies hire loss prevention detectives in New York?
Employers hiring loss prevention detectives in New York right now include Amazon and Kohl's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense retail environment, including flagship stores, outlet centers, and large urban shopping corridors, means demand from both national chains and regional department store operators remains consistent throughout the year.
Which New York cities have the most loss prevention detective jobs?
Holbrook, Lake Ronkonkoma, and Maspeth account for the most loss prevention detective openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its concentration of flagship retail stores, luxury boutiques, and hotel properties that require dedicated loss prevention staff, while Buffalo and Albany see steady demand from regional mall operators and big-box retailers that anchor suburban commercial corridors across upstate New York.
Are there remote loss prevention detective jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Loss prevention detective work is fundamentally on-site, requiring physical presence for surveillance, floor monitoring, and apprehension. About 0% of loss prevention detective openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles tend to be analytical positions focused on exception-based reporting, data review, or organized retail crime investigations that do not require a daily floor presence.
How can I get hired as a loss prevention detective in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a loss prevention associate or security guard at a large New York retailer, where on-the-job training and mentorship from senior detectives are standard. Obtaining your New York State Security Guard registration immediately makes you eligible for paid positions while you build experience. Large employers like Macy's and Target run structured associate programs that promote internally. Lateral moves from customer service, military service, or campus security roles are also common entry points recognized by New York hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to loss prevention detective jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to loss prevention detective jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each employer without needing to create a profile or sign up.
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