Target Security Specialist

Target • Fort Myers, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps create a safe and secure environment for guests and team members while mitigating shortage risks and supporting sales. As part of the Assets Protection team, the role protects guests, team members, the Target brand, and profitable sales by preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud so products remain available to guests.

The role involves welcoming and assisting guests, maintaining physical security throughout the store and its exterior, responding to and documenting incidents, using video surveillance and case-management systems, supporting merchandise recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, and helping train team members on shortage prevention and merchandise protection. The work is active and guest-facing, with a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Meet state or local licensure and other legal requirements related to the position.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders.
• Ability to apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds.
• Flexible work schedule and regular attendance, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of the store and on the sales floor; help guests locate products in-store and online.
• Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
• Use escalation tools for guest issues to support a safe and secure environment.
• Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, following Assets Protection policies, procedures, and leadership guidance.
• Perform receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise to help prevent theft and shortage at the front of the store.
• Submit required incident documentation in the system in accordance with Assets Protection policies and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use the video surveillance system.
• Train team members to apply merchandise protection and carry out audits.
• Teach team members about operational shortage-focus opportunities as directed by Assets Protection leadership.
• Execute shortage action plans set by Assets Protection leadership.
• Work safely and maintain a clean store for guests and team members.
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guests’ needs.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are referenced, with eligibility information provided through the supplied benefits link; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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