Target Security Specialist

The Target Security Specialist is responsible for keeping guests and team members safe and secure, responding to security incidents, and promoting a physical security culture throughout the store. They will work in a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility, teamwork, and creative problem-solving skills. The role involves interacting with guests and team members, resolving issues, and maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.

What You Will Do

A typical day for a Target Security Specialist will include greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and promoting a physical security culture. They will also respond to security incidents, accurately document cases, and work independently and with a team.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role may be a good fit for someone who enjoys interacting and helping others, is open to working a flexible schedule, and has effective communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment, accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes, and work both independently and with a team.

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

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Financial benefits
• Education benefits
• Well-being benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefits
• Learning budget
• Parental leave
• Wellness benefits
• Visa/relocation support
• Remote flexibility
• Stipends
• Bonus/commission
• Paid holidays