Target Security Specialist

Target Security SpecialistAs a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together.Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand safe and secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest.As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:Support sales by welcoming and engaging guests and team members at the front of storeLead a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior propertyRespond to and accurately document security incidentsUnderstand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues in order to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guestsConduct productive merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies and procedures and AP leadership guidancePrevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandiseSubmit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy and proceduresUnderstand and appropriately use the video systemModel working safely while maintaining a clean store for guests and team membersProvide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guestDemonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and complianceWork in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.All other duties based on business needsWe might be a great match if:Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guestsProviding service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That's why we love working at TargetStocking, Setting and Selling Target products sounds like your thing… That's the core of what we doYou aren't looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewardedThe good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Target Security Specialist. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:Must be at least 18 years of age or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentMeet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the positionWelcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team membersAbility to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directedEffective communication skillsWork both independently and with a teamManage workload and prioritize tasks independentlyCapability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframesWe are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:Climb up and down laddersApprehend subjects in accordance with company policyScan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 poundsFlexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessaryCapable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job dutiesAbility to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond.