Target Security Specialist

The role of a Target Security Specialist involves keeping team members and guests safe and secure, responding to crisis events, and building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials. The job requires using intelligence-led tactics, de-escalation techniques, and physical security controls to maintain a safe and secure environment. The role also involves documenting cases using case management systems and promoting a physical security culture throughout the store.

What You Will Do

A typical day for a Target Security Specialist includes greeting guests, helping them find what they need, and resolving issues to ensure a smooth shopping experience. The role also involves responding to security incidents, accurately documenting cases, and providing a safe and secure environment for team members and guests. Additionally, the job requires leveraging de-escalation tactics, conducting merchandise theft recoveries, and preventing theft and shortage at the front of store.

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 is willing to learn and adapt to a fast-paced environment. The job requires effective communication skills, the ability to work independently and with a team, and the capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment.

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
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) or other retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Wellness programs
• Education assistance
• Employee discounts
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid family leave
• Employee assistance program
• Travel assistance
• Home and auto insurance
• Pet insurance
• Legal assistance
• Identity theft protection
• Credit monitoring
• Financial planning tools
• Retirement planning tools
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Stock options
• RSUs
• ESOP
• Shares
• Partnership/shareholder track