Target Security Specialist

Target • Bellingham, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure while supporting a safe, friendly shopping experience. The role uses intelligence-led tactics, crisis response, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case-management systems. Security Specialists protect sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing, detecting, and resolving theft and fraud. They also build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement.

The position combines guest service with security responsibilities. Specialists welcome and assist guests, help resolve issues, support peers, and adapt to business needs. They assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property; respond to and document incidents; use de-escalation resources; support theft apprehensions and merchandise recoveries in accordance with policy; conduct merchandise receipt checks; recognize and communicate trends; and use Target’s video surveillance and case-management systems.

The role requires a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. It is active and physically demanding, involving mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift, climbing ladders, apprehending subjects in accordance with company policy, and frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds. Work may involve varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain duties.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet any 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 safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays; report to work as scheduled, 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; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

• Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver a smooth guest experience.
• Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property.
• Respond to security incidents promptly and accurately document them.
• Respond appropriately to guest issues to help provide a safe and secure environment for guests and team members.
• Use de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, following Assets Protection policies.
• Perform merchandise receipt checks to help prevent theft and shortage at the front of the store, follow Assets Protection policies, and recognize and communicate trends.
• Submit appropriate documentation for all incidents 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, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target provides information about competitive benefits covering financial, education, and well-being offerings; eligibility details are provided through the referenced benefits pages.

What This Job Offers

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