Target Security Specialist

Target•Augusta, ME

8d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps protect guests, team members, and the Target brand while supporting a safe, secure, and welcoming shopping experience. The role uses intelligence-led security practices, crisis response, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case management systems. Specialists work with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, to mitigate shortage risks and prevent and resolve theft and fraud. The position also involves providing friendly guest service, assisting guests and coworkers, responding to security incidents, documenting cases, conducting merchandise theft recoveries, supporting theft apprehensions in accordance with policy, and performing merchandise receipt checks. Specialists maintain security standards throughout the store and exterior property, follow safety and compliance requirements, and adapt to business and guest needs. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet applicable 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 as part of 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 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 up to 40 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; report for scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
Ability to work in and be exposed to 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.
Comfort working in a fast-moving, highly active, physically demanding role requiring teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.

Responsibilities

Provide a friendly, helpful guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need or resolve issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, and adjust to business and guest needs.
Assess 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 available resources when responding to security incidents.
Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, following Assets Protection policies.
Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store to prevent theft and shortage, and recognize and communicate trends.
Submit appropriate incident documentation in the case management system in accordance with policy and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.