Security Specialist

Target Security Specialist

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Compensation:
Starting hourly rate $20.25 USD, pay range $20.25 - $30.40 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 function to keep guests, team members and brand secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest. They build relationships inside and outside Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.

• Intelligence‑led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure
• Crisis response, safety and crowd management support to guests and team members
• De‑scalation tactics and physical security culture
• Video surveillance system utilization
• Timely and accurate case documentation using case management systems

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of store.
• Promote a physical security culture for our team members and guests.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner.
• Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment.
• Leverage de‑scalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed.
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks while adhering to AP policies.
• Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
• 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; report hazards and correct where possible.
• All other duties based on business needs

• Enjoy interacting and helping others – guests and team members.
• Thrives in a fast‑moving, highly active and physically demanding role with teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.
• Open to a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays).

• 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 teammates.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Work both independently and with a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment, 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; reliable and prompt attendance necessary.
• Capable of working in varying temperatures, humidity and other elements.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.

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