Asset Protection Manager - Baltimore, MDLocation: Baltimore, MD, United States -Job ID: 1093262Store Salaried PositionsJob Type: Full-TimeDate Updated: Feb 13, 2021As the Asset Protection Manager you will lead Asset Protection activities for your assigned Store in accordance with company policies and procedures, in order to drivePrimary Responsibilities: Team Development Actively walks the floor and coaches in the moment to enhance each associate's ability to develop Frequently conducts developmental conversations with direct reports and maintains notes on observations of strengths and opportunities Interviews and hires Asset Protection talent for the store Coaches associates and advises Store/District Leadership Teams when opportunities are noted Shrinkage and Safety Tailors company Asset Protection direction to their particular store and creates new ways to educate and motivate store teams to focus on shrinkage reduction and safety Coaches store associates on keeping work areas and sales floor free of hazards to protect customers and associates from accidents Regularly analyzes and reviews incident trends to advise store leadership of action steps that can be used to prevent future incidents Merchandise Protection Periodically audits departments for merchandise protection standard adherence Walks the sales floor to identify merchandise protection opportunities that deviate from company standards Court Hearings Attends hearings as required and updates appropriate files with court-related outcomes Maintains relationship with local law enforcement Internal & ORC Investigations Proactively identifies potential acts of theft and fraud by observing associate and customer activity and reviewing exception reports and ISS referrals Aggressively investigates suspicious behavior (collects intelligence, documents behavior, installs cameras, etc.) Interviews associates suspected of theft or fraud in accordance with company policies and properly documents all stages Reviews and ensures all AP documentation is complete, accurate and is maintained to the policies of the company Communicates MI photo alerts to associates and partners with other locations/retailers to identify ORC groups and patterns Takes direction from District Asset Protection Manager and/or Market Investigator to gather evidence on ORC and external fraud Performance Standards Consistently meets established performance standards for the role, including (but not limited to) shrinkage, product and service sales, customer service, productivity and attendanceCore Competencies & Accomplishments: Work Experience - 3-5 years relevant experience, ideally in a big-box retailer or in multi-unit specialty retail Education - Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience Drives Performance - Holds self and others accountable to a higher standard to achieve results; provides feedback, visibility and recognition to the team. Develops Talent - Builds a diverse and high performing team; provides feedback and stretch assignments to foster growth; empowers the team to make critical decisions; rewards and recognizes efforts and frequently discusses future opportunities and development plans. Practices Candor - An approachable and unguarded leader that shares honest and constructive feedback with team; sincere with communication. Organization/Time Management - Plans and structures work; prioritizes tasks based on impact to sales, profit or customer experience; executes tasks in an efficient manner.About JCPenney:At JCPenney, we share a passion for serving customers, supporting our communities and being the best retailer for all families. As a company founded on the Golden Rule, our success is rooted in the belief that we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated. At every touchpoint, customers discover stylish merchandise at incredible value from an extensive portfolio of private, exclusive and national brands. Reinforcing this shopping experience is the customer service and warrior spirit of associates across the globe, all driving toward the Company's mission to help customers find what they love for less time, money and effort.Working at JCPenney means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated and diversity flourishes. It's a place that's meant for addition to a competitive wage, this position is eligible to earn bi-annual incentive.If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.#LI-AH1Job Title: Asset Protection Manager - Baltimore, MDLocation: Baltimore, MD, United States -Job ID: 1093262J.C. Penney Company Inc.Plano, Texas