Target Security Specialist

Target•North Canton, OH

8d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist works on the Assets Protection team 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 helping ensure products are available to guests. It involves building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and contributing to a safe, welcoming shopping experience. The position uses intelligence-led tactics, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case management systems. Specialists assess and maintain security standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to and document incidents, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with AP policies, and help prevent shortage through front-of-store receipt checks. The role is fast-moving and physically active, requires flexibility in scheduling, and includes guest service and support for peers in other areas. Target provides training for the position.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and fellow team members.
Ability to communicate on 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 accomplish 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 merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds without additional 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.

Responsibilities

Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them for their transactions.
Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas with a positive and respectful attitude.
Adjust to business and guest needs to provide an easy and inspiring guest experience.
Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
Respond to security incidents and accurately document them in a timely manner.
Respond appropriately to guest issues to help provide a safe and secure environment for guests and team members.
Use de-escalation tactics and available resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
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 to help prevent theft and shortage, following AP policies, and recognize and communicate trends.
Submit appropriate documentation for all incidents in the case management system, following AP policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and a culture of safety and compliance.
Work safely, follow safety policies, best practices, and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.