Target Security Specialist

Target
New York, NY
Category Retail
Job Description
The Target Security Specialist is responsible for creating an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by delivering on commitments such as greeting guests, helping guests find what they need, and promoting a physical security culture for team members and guests. The role involves responding to and documenting security incidents, leveraging de-escalation tactics, and conducting merchandise theft recoveries. Target provides amazing training to help teach the necessary skills, but candidates should have basic skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • Climb up and down ladders
  • Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
  • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds without additional assistance from others
  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks
  • Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
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