Target Security Specialist

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.00 USD per hour All About Target Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. All About Assets Protection Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team 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 guests. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement. Target Security Specialist Overview The role of a Target Security Specialist can provide you with the skills and experience of: Using intelligence‑led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure Crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members De‑escalation and experience with physical security controls and culture Using Target's video surveillance system Timely and accurately documenting cases using case management systems Typical Responsibilities Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments: Greet guests, help them find what they need, end each transaction with a sincere thank you, support peers, adjust to business and guest needs. Promote a physical security culture for our team members and guests 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. Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment. 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 while adhering to AP policies, recognizing and communicating trends. Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures. Understand and use Target's video surveillance system. Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. Work safely at all times; comply with safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards. All other duties based on business needs. What We Are Looking For You enjoy interacting and helping others. You thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active and physically demanding role. You are open to a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and peak shopping times. Required Skills and Qualifications 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. Work both independently and with a team. Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently. Remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. Additional Expectations 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. Work flexible schedule and maintain required meal and rest breaks. Be able to work in varying temperatures, humidity and other elements while performing duties. Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift. Benefits eligibility information can be found at Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr