1. Barry C. Hazelwood
4180 Hutchinson River Parkway East
Apt. 14E
Bronx, NY 10475
Mobile: 347-712-0298
Email: Hazelwood.Barry@yahoo.com
Objective: To obtain a challenging position that will provide continuous learning and growth opportunities.
Work Experience
Lord and Taylor
Asset Protection Investigator October 2015 – Present
Recover stolen merchandise and apprehend shoplifters and otherpeople who commitany
criminal act
Investigate criminal violations againstthe person orproperty of any customer or associate
committed on company property
Partner, initiate, develop and maintain an effective Shortage Awareness Program in the store
Partnerwith Store Managementto ensure compliance with shortage audits by maintaining
Merchandise Protection Standards, Cash Office Controls and the policies and standards of Fine
Jewelry and othersensitive areas
Coach, train and mentorstaff to meet or exceed established productivity standards and goals
and reduce turnover
Analyze and enhance Asset Protection systems and programs to maximize productivity,
profitability and time management
Review, challenge and analyze all expenses and vendorcosts to competitive price points
Initiate and manage reviews to CONTRA credit by creative programs
Participate in store meetings, programs and special projects as appropriate or deemed
necessary by seniormanagement
Improve associate awareness at store rallies and departmentmeetings
Marshalls
ORC Investigator July 2015 – September 2015
Develops staffingplans
Develops investigatory and prosecutorial strategies which resolve high-level external fraud
investigations.
Manages and executes NTF activities
Recruits, interviews and hires NTF members within assigned zone.
Provides trainingto ensure technical and professional development.
Partners with Federal, state and local law enforcementagencies to prosecute all external fraud
activities within assigned area.
Works within the judicial system to ensure prosecution and to maximize restitution
opportunities.
Loss Prevention Detective April 2014 – July 2015
Conductsurveillance to detect loss within a store environment.
Conductphysical security checks and make recommendations forways to prevent loss.
Conductsafety inspections and communicate hazards to Management.
Participate in the trainingof new hire Associates to address the areas of Loss Prevention.
2. Take an active role in identifyingall forms of loss, motivatingshortage control involvementand
helpingto identify creative shortage control solutions.
Responsible forheighteningstore Loss Prevention awareness.
Install and utilize CCTV equipment.
Learn and use the latest in advanced interviewingand interrogation techniques.
Work in a multi-unit work environment
Coordinates strategies with the AVP, National Investigations Director
Toys R Us, Bronx, New York US
Sales Associate/Cashier/ Asset Protection Officer October, 2007 – April, 2014
Direct sales of store products includingelectronics, game systems, accessories and warranties.
Efficient customer care – in store and via telephone.
Knowledge of store products and existinginventory.
Creation, maintenance and replenishmentof store displays.
Trainingand guidance to temporary and seasonal associates in cashierand sales functions.
Assist in frontend managementof in-store traffic during peak sales season.
Review expiration dates on store merchandise.
Inspection of fire prevention devices.
Supervise workflow assignments and activities of asset protection team
Educate staff on thefttechniques, trends and preventative measures.
Secure store property with Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) anti-theft devices
Operate and maintain Closed CircuitTelevision (CCTV)visual monitoringdevices.
Identify employee theftand assistwith internal investigation
Provide a safe environmentforcustomers and employees.
Education: City University of New York, Bronx, New York US
Desired Degree: Associates in Applied Sciences
Major: Computer Information Systems
Expected date of graduation – Tentative
Affiliations: New York City Police Department
Auxiliary Police Officer
Job Related Eight Hour Security Pre-Assignment TrainingCourse
Training: Sixteen HourSecurity on the Job TrainingCourse
NYC Fireguard Certificate of Fitness Preparation Course