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Jason Laufer
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in Retail Loss Prevention & Safety. Expertise in conducting internal investigations that lead to swift resolutions, alongside supervising and training new team members to enhance operational efficiency across multiple locations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Goodwill Industries
St. Petersburg, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted internal investigations of dishonesty, leading to timely resolutions
- Conducting surveillance and apprehension of external theft suspects
- Executed undercover surveillance at attended donation centers to deter theft
- Supervising, training and mentoring new Loss Prevention Specialists
- Completing audits and maintaining incident reports
- Facilitated communication between store associates, management, and law enforcement to enhance safety protocols
- Multi Counties, 20+ Stores, Superstores & Outlet Locations
Loss Prevention Manager
Sears Holdings Company
Lutz, FL
01.2011 - 05.2013
- Conducted internal investigations of dishonesty, leading to effective resolutions
- Conducting surveillance and apprehension of external theft suspects
- Completed audits and maintained incident reports to support loss prevention strategies
- Recruited and trained Loss Prevention Associates to enhance team performance
- Budgeting Loss Prevention expenses and payroll
- Facilitated effective communication among associates, store management, and law enforcement to enhance security operations
Loss Prevention Manager
Kohl's Department Stores
Lutz, FL
12.2007 - 01.2011
- Conducting surveillance and apprehension of external theft suspects
- Conducting internal investigations of dishonesty with resolution
- Supervising and Mentoring Loss Prevention Officers
- Conducting audits, incident reports, inspections of operational procedures and safety issues
- Budgeting Loss Prevention Expenses and Payroll
- Effective communication between associates, store management and law enforcement
Loss Prevention Manager
Sears Holdings Company
Lutz, FL
05.2005 - 12.2007
- Conducted internal investigations of dishonesty, leading to resolution and prevention of future incidents
- Conducting surveillance and apprehension of external theft suspects
- Completed audits and maintained incident reports to ensure compliance and identify security vulnerabilities
- Hired, supervised, and mentored Loss Prevention Associates to enhance team skills and effectiveness
- Managed budgeting for loss prevention expenses and payroll
- Effective communication between associates, store management and law enforcement
Loss Prevention Detective
Burdines Department Stores
Tampa, FL
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Conducted surveillance and apprehended external theft suspects to protect store assets.
- Assisted loss prevention manager in internal investigations by gathering and documenting evidence.
- Completed audits and maintained incident reports to ensure compliance and track incidents.
- Effective communication between associates, store management and law enforcement
Education
Graduate Certificate - Core Management
Goodwill Suncoast Core Management
Clearwater, FL06-2026
Certificate - Interrogation & Interview Techniques
Wicklander & Zulanski
Orlando, FL11-2016
Certificate - Certified State Security Officer Class D
S2 Safety Institute
Tampa, FL04-2010
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05-2002
High School Diploma -
Walter Sickles High School
Tampa, FL06-1999
Skills
- Loss prevention strategies
- Loss prevention tactics
- Investigative techniques
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
Timeline
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Goodwill Industries
05.2023 - Current
Loss Prevention Manager
Sears Holdings Company
01.2011 - 05.2013
Loss Prevention Manager
Kohl's Department Stores
12.2007 - 01.2011
Loss Prevention Manager
Sears Holdings Company
05.2005 - 12.2007
Loss Prevention Detective
Burdines Department Stores
08.2000 - 05.2004
Graduate Certificate - Core Management
Goodwill Suncoast Core Management
Certificate - Interrogation & Interview Techniques
Wicklander & Zulanski
Certificate - Certified State Security Officer Class D
S2 Safety Institute
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Walter Sickles High School