"Building Safety & Asset Protection Coordinator (Campus Store)"

Position Highlights

The Building Safety & Asset Protection Coordinator (Loss Prevention Specialist II) ensures the implementation and adherence to safety protocols across facilities, minimizing risks and promoting a safe and secure environment for staff, students, and visitors. The incumbent will also work with store leadership to promote workplace safety, investigate incidents, monitor security systems, and develop strategies to reduce theft, shrinkage, and loss across Campus Store operations. In addition, this role coordinates building maintenance needs and oversees fleet vehicle safety and upkeep to ensure facilities and equipment remain in optimal working condition.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Identifies, develops and implements loss prevention & safety standards:

• Researches, recommends and implements systems to minimize loss of merchandise, money, product or other department assets.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to prevent theft at point of sale and inventory storage areas.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments and inspections across the unit to identify potential hazards or compliance concerns.
• Develop and deliver trainings programs on workplace safety, emergency procedures and theft prevention.
• Trains, schedules and approves payroll for student loss prevention team.
• Work on a rotating schedule, including leading opening, closing and weekend shifts as scheduled.

Oversees departmental surveillance systems:

• Partners with IT department to ensure the implementation and use of effective surveillance systems and security equipment.
• Conducts periodic inspections of stores and inventory facilities and testing of surveillance systems (video, alarm, etc.) to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Coordinate building hours, locking/unlocking, alarm/card access and departmental building keys.
• Primary point of contact for building emergency-related issues and alarm notifications.

Monitoring inventory and reporting:

• Audits and investigates sources of known losses, including customer and employee activities.
• Monitor and analyze trends in theft, inventory loss, or damage, and implement targeted loss prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and campus safety departments as needed to report and follow up on security incidents.
• Prepares reports on effectiveness of established prevention measures.

Building Maintenance Support:

• Inputs maintenance work orders and coordinates with facilities management or on-site staff to ensure completion of projects.
• Coordinates maintenance schedules of all store facilities including ensuring vendors have appropriate building accesses and staff is kept aware of closures and work being done.
• Ensures fleet vehicles are maintained and in safe working order.
• Ensures facilities are maintained and are safe and secure facilities for employees, students and community members.
• Assists store managers with merchandising, signage and product displays.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, fire and life safety codes, and other relevant federal, state, and university safety standards.
• Knowledge of loss prevention principles, asset protection strategies, and behavioral indicators of theft or fraud.
• Knowledge of video surveillance systems, access control technologies, and incident response protocols.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in sensitive and high pressure situations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality in all safety and loss-related matters.
• Ability to assess risk across varied operational environments and recommend proactive solutions.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and make sound decisions in fast-paced or emergency situations.

Physical requirements:

• Occasionally lifts/transports/moves a maximum of 50lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional development.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have valid driver's license at time of employment and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, and Outlook) for tracking, reporting, and analyzing safety and loss prevention data.
• Experience using mobile devices and applications to respond to security, maintenance, or operational requests while in the field.
• Familiarity with electronic surveillance systems, access control software, and alarm monitoring platforms.
• Experience in facility management or coordination of maintenance and fleet operations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis and prepare detailed incident, audit, and compliance reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with staff, students, vendors, and law enforcement or campus safety personnel.
• Training or certification in occupational safety, security operations, or loss prevention.
• Experience working in a higher education, retail, or multi-site operational environment.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40+

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Protection and Safety

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

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Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level PC2

Job Family Police & Security

Job Function Protection & Safety

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Cindy Hawk
chawk@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter