Target Security Specialist

Target • Mira Loma, CA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist supports Assets Protection by helping keep guests, team members, and the 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, public safety officials, and law enforcement. It provides experience in intelligence-led security, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and incident documentation.

The specialist contributes to a friendly and helpful guest experience while maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property. They respond to security incidents and guest issues, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, perform merchandise receipt checks, recognize and communicate trends, and document incidents using Target's case management system. The role also includes supporting peers, adapting to business needs, following safety and compliance requirements, and carrying out other duties based on business needs.

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 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 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 merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays; 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, which may vary in length.
• Ability to interact with guests and fellow team members, and to work in a fast-moving, active, and physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find items or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property.
• Respond to security incidents and guest issues in a timely 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, recognize and communicate trends, and help prevent theft and shortage.
• Submit incident documentation in the case management system according to policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety practices, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
• Complete other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target refers candidates to its careers benefits page for information about financial, education, and well-being benefits, and provides a separate benefits eligibility link for this role.

What This Job Offers

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