Security Specialist

Target Security Specialist

Starting hourly rate: $19.75 USD per hour.

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

Assets Protection (AP) teams keep guests, team members and the brand secure, mitigating shortage risks, preventing and resolving theft and fraud, and ensuring product availability. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target with store leaders and public safety officials.

• Intelligence‑led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure
• Crisis response, safety and crowd management; supporting guests and team members
• De‑escalation skills and experience with physical security controls and culture
• Utilization of Target’s video surveillance system
• Timely and accurate documentation of cases using case‑management systems

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of store.
• Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner.
• Address guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment for team members and guests.
• Leverage de‑escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies.
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks and recognizing and communicating trends.
• Submit appropriate documentation in the case‑management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
• Use Target’s video surveillance system effectively.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
• Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training.
• Perform all other duties based on business needs.

• You enjoy interacting and helping others—guests and team members.
• You thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility and creative problem‑solving are key.
• You are open to a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and peak shopping times).

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established time frames.
• Climb up and down ladders.
• Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
• Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary.
• Capable of working in varying temperatures, humidity and other elements while performing certain job duties.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary).

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA):
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