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Retail Shortage Control - Part Time

Part-time

Burlington

West Saint Paul, MNPart-time$17/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$17/hr
Location
West Saint Paul, MN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Join the team as a Shortage Control Associate to help secure the shopping environment, greet customers with confidence, and reduce theft through vigilant monitoring and communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service, nice to haveHospitality, nice to haveRetail, nice to haveAsset Protection, nice to haveLoss Prevention, nice to haveOperations, nice to havePhysical Stamina, nice to haveConfidentiality, requiredBusiness Trend Analysis, nice to havePositive Demeanor, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveCommunication, nice to have

Qualifications

Flexible Schedule Including Nights Weekends Holidays, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Join our team as a Shortage Control Associate and contribute to a secure shopping environment while delivering exceptional customer service!

As a Shortage Control Associate (SCA), your role directly impacts the store's security and the overall shopping experience for our customers. By exhibiting command presence, knowledge of theft trends, and a positive impression of control, your presence at store entrances, exits, and high-risk areas will contribute to mitigating theft and creating a safe and enjoyable shopping environment.

You will engage with our customers and associates in a manner consistent with our company core values by providing a confident, friendly, and energetic greeting with eye contact and a smile with every interaction.

Your discipline, awareness of your surroundings, and commitment to maintaining safety and security standards will be critical as you monitor the entrance for the entire duration of every shift with a focus on reducing opportunities for theft, shoplifting, and other dishonest activities.

Your confidence, positive attitude and expertise in store shortage reduction programs will positively influence behaviors and allow you to effectively build trust and respect amongst customers and associates.

You will be a valuable partner to store and field leadership by identifying and reporting theft incidents and/or suspicious subject(s) to your Manager on Duty once identified.

Command Presence:

  • Maintain a professional appearance at all times, wearing the designated dress standards, radio and earpiece

  • Stand positioned at the front of the store, remaining vigilant and aware of your surroundings

  • Greet every customer entering or exiting the store with a warm smile and a loud, friendly greeting, promoting a sense of control and security

  • Create a secure environment and reduce opportunities for theft

Knowledge and Communication:

  • Possess a knowledge mastery of top shortage areas and support programs aimed at theft reduction

  • Effectively communicate information about theft prevention during store rallies, collaborating with the Manager on Duty

  • Conduct bag and package checks on store and corporate associates, ensuring adherence to safety and security standards

  • Understand the role you play in keeping your store and assets safe and secure

Support and Guidance:

  • Provide support in training associates on shortage reduction programs and processes

  • Role-model safety as a top priority and address any unsafe practices promptly

Experience and Responsibilities:

  • 1+ years of experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, or Operations is preferred

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and to visually monitor store environment

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality is required

  • Ability to review, analyze and comprehend business trends

  • Ability to exhibit a positive demeanor, strong posture, and energetic greeting

  • Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment with detailed focus and disciplined decision making

  • Excellent communication with customers and co-workers

  • Excellent leadership skills that support fostering productive business relationships

Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule; including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

If you...

... are excited to deliver great values to customers every day;

... take a sense of pride and ownership in helping drive positive results for a team;

... are committed to treating colleagues and customers with respect;

... believe in the power of diversity and inclusion;

... want to participate in initiatives that positively impact the world around you;

Come join our team. You're going to like it here!

You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Part-time associates, based on hours worked, may be eligible for Burlington's benefits package which includes medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. Part-time associates may also be eligible for up to 4 hours of paid time off annually after one year of service, up to 8 paid holidays, and paid sick time in accordance with applicable law. We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us.

Our store teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Base Pay: $17.00 per hour - $17.00 per hour

Location 00059 - West Saint Paul Posting Number P1-1070835-26 Address 2035 South Robert Street Zip Code 55118 Position Type Regular Part-Time Career Site Category Store Associate Position Category Retail Store Base Pay $17.00 - $17.00 per hour

How this job compares

Set against the 2,231 open Store Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$17/hr
  • Minnesota median$18–19/hr49 hourly ranges
  • US median$17–18/hr1,721 hourly ranges

This rate, $17/hr, is 6% below the Minnesota median midpoint ($18/hr) — in the middle half of Store Associate hourly ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 49 open Store Associate jobs in Minnesota and 2,231 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Store Associate postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (380 postings).
Education
2 of the 2,231 open Store Associate jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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