Target Security Specialist

Target • Bellingham, WA

8d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist works within Assets Protection to help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand safe and secure. The role supports profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing and resolving theft and fraud, while building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement. It offers experience in intelligence-led safety tactics, crisis response, crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and incident documentation.

The specialist helps create a friendly guest experience while promoting a culture of physical security throughout the store and its exterior. The role responds to security incidents and guest issues, supports theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with company policy, performs merchandise receipt checks, documents incidents in case management systems, and uses Target's video surveillance system. The position also requires safe work practices, teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to perform physically demanding duties in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet state or local licensure and other legal requirements related to the position.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders.
• Ability to apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving up to 40 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain duties, including Drive-Up and carryout.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.
• Ability to report to scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly and helpful guest experience by greeting guests, assisting them, resolving issues, and thanking them after transactions.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adapt to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience.
• Promote physical security and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to security incidents and guest issues in a timely and appropriate manner, and accurately document incidents.
• Use de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support in accordance with Assets Protection policies.
• Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store, recognize and communicate trends, and help prevent theft and shortage.
• Submit incident documentation in the case management system according to Assets Protection policies and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target provides information about competitive benefits spanning financial, education, and well-being offerings; eligibility details are provided via the linked benefits page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED