Retail Crime Investigator

Weis Markets

. Investigate and resolve external theft, including shoplifting and organized retail crime .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesJunior💰 $17 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in investigating and resolving external theft, including organized retail crime, while effectively managing time and scheduling. Proficient in operating CCTV systems and conducting undercover surveillance to gather and analyze intelligence for successful prosecution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Loss Prevention ExperienceCCTV System OperationUndercover SurveillanceIntelligence AnalysisCourt Representation

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Investigative TechniquesDocumentation SkillsTime ManagementTravel CoordinationCriminal Justice Knowledge

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProfessional RepresentationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Industry Keywords

Organized Retail CrimeAsset ProtectionLaw Enforcement LiaisonRetail EnvironmentProsecution Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate and resolve external theft, including shoplifting and organized retail crime
Gather, analyze, and evaluate intelligence on individuals and groups involved in organized retail crime
Thoroughly document information to aid in successful prosecution
Provide guidance to store Asset Protection teams on investigative plans
Operate the store CCTV system
Conduct undercover surveillances
Liaise between Weis Markets and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies
Refer cases to law enforcement for prosecution
Represent Weis Markets in court hearings and mediations
Manage time and scheduling to meet company needs, including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights
Travel to multiple locations within an assigned area and provide investigative support
Partner with Store Management and associates to protect company assets
Support stores during significant business disruptions, including robberies, protests, and natural disasters
This position does not directly supervise associates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business, or related field preferred
One (1) year of retail loss prevention experience in a retail store environment
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Ability to effectively manage time and scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights
Ability to travel to multiple locations within an assigned area
Ability to operate store CCTV systems
Ability to conduct undercover surveillance
Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate intelligence on individuals and groups involved in organized retail crime
Ability to document information to aid in successful prosecution
Ability to professionally represent Weis Markets in court hearings and mediations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Minimum essential coverage (MEC) Plan with 100% in-network coverage for all preventative care services required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Advantage and Elite supplemental medical plan options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability
Term life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Scholarship program
Associate discount programs
Auto and home insurance
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance
Purchasing power
Paid time off
Sick pay