Target Security Specialist

Target•Marysville, WA

9d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists work on the Assets Protection team to help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure. The role helps protect 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 provides experience in intelligence-led safety tactics, crisis response, crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case documentation. The position combines security responsibilities with guest service. Specialists help create a friendly and easy shopping experience, maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to and document incidents, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, and use surveillance and case-management systems. The work is fast-paced, active, and physically demanding, and requires flexibility to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times. Target provides training for the role.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
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 with a team.
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Ability to stay focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Ability to climb ladders; apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy; and scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving up to 40 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work 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.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift, which may vary in length.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adjust to business and guest needs to provide an easy and inspiring guest experience.
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, 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 in accordance with policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and a culture of safety and compliance; follow safety policies and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.