Shaun Thompson
US
Summary
Asset Protection Supervisor with extensive expertise in loss prevention and security management, bringing over a decade of experience in safeguarding retail environments. Adept at leading strategic initiatives to enhance safety protocols and reduce shrinkage, while fostering a culture of trust and compliance. Passionate about leveraging advanced investigative techniques and collaborative strategies to drive operational excellence and secure assets effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Security Officer
Elite Investigation/Ross Inc
01.2025 - Current
- Created procedures for handling confidential documents and sensitive information.
- Organized drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of existing safety protocols.
- Responded quickly to alarms triggered by motion detectors or other warning systems.
- Monitored CCTV systems and identified any suspicious activities or persons on the premises.
- Investigated security breaches, theft, vandalism and other criminal activity onsite.
- Performed regular patrols around the building, checking for intruders and other potential threats.
- Reviewed daily logs of events related to corporate security matters.
- Maintained records of all security incidents and reported them to relevant authorities.
Loss Prevention Detective
Nordstrom
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Enforced company policies related to loss prevention.
- Monitored store entrances and exits for potential security threats.
- Conducted surveillance of merchandise and customers to detect suspicious activity.
- Developed strategies for preventing losses due to employee theft or fraud.
- Investigated employee theft incidents by interviewing witnesses and suspects and gathering evidence.
- Prepared daily reports detailing any incidents that occurred during shift hours.
- Provided training to staff on loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Conducted surveillance to identify theft and reduce loss within retail environment.
Lead Asset Protection Agent
Lowe's Home Improvement
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored store traffic to identify potential shoplifters and theft activity.
- Conduct thorough audits, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
- Resolve investigations efficiently, maintaining security and trust.
- Implement safety protocols, reducing incidents and fostering a secure environment.
- Lead asset protection strategies, enhancing security protocols and reducing shrinkage.
- Conduct thorough investigations, ensuring swift resolution of incidents.
- Investigated shrinkage, enhancing safety and compliance.
- Trained staff on policies, boosting team knowledge.
- Conducted audits, identifying and mitigating risks.
- Collaborated on loss prevention strategies, improving security.
- Achieved operational security improvements through strategic measures.
- Monitored CCTV to detect theft, reducing store losses and enhancing security.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, improving service satisfaction.
- Identified internal theft, promoting a safer shopping environment.
- Monitored and documented security incidents, ensuring swift resolution and prevention.
- Identified and reported unauthorized activities, enhancing store safety and reducing theft.
- Utilized surveillance tools to track irregularities, improving response time and accuracy.
- Collaborated with team to address security breaches, fostering a secure shopping environment.
Loss Prevention Agent
Kohls
06.2017 - 05.2021
- Prepared detailed reports on all incidents involving theft or loss prevention issues.
- Monitored store entrances, exits, and cash registers to ensure customers are properly checked out.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while interacting with individuals who may be under suspicion of committing an act of theft.
- Identified potential threats posed by organized retail crime groups operating within the area.
- Participated in safety training sessions conducted by Loss Prevention Managers and Supervisors.
- Enforced loss prevention policies and procedures within the store environment.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on investigations related to theft and fraud.
- Monitored store premises to deter theft and minimize loss incidents.
Education
High school diploma -
State College of New York
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Loss prevention strategies
- Team leadership
- Security protocols
- Employee training
- Surveillance techniques
- Audit compliance
- Incident reporting
Certification
- CPR/Aed certification
Timeline
Corporate Security Officer
Elite Investigation/Ross Inc
01.2025 - Current
Loss Prevention Detective
Nordstrom
07.2023 - 09.2024
Lead Asset Protection Agent
Lowe's Home Improvement
08.2022 - 06.2023
Loss Prevention Agent
Kohls
06.2017 - 05.2021
High school diploma -
State College of New York