Target Security Specialist

Target•Louisville, KY

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists 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 remain available to guests. Specialists build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and contribute to a welcoming shopping experience. The role involves maintaining physical security across the store and exterior property, responding to and documenting incidents, using de-escalation tactics, supporting theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with company policy, conducting merchandise receipt checks, and using Target’s video surveillance and case management systems. It is an active, physically demanding position requiring flexibility, teamwork, guest service, and the ability to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times. The starting hourly rate is $18.25 USD.

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 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 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 safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds without additional assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times; report 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, including Drive-Up and carryout.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.
Starting hourly rate of $18.25 USD.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly, helpful 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.
Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property.
Respond to security incidents and document them accurately and promptly.
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 Asset Protection policies.
Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store to help prevent theft and shortage, following Asset Protection policies and recognizing and communicating trends.
Submit appropriate documentation for all incidents in the case management system in accordance with Asset Protection policy and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target’s video surveillance system.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and a culture of safety and compliance.
Work safely, comply with safety policies, practices, and training, and report hazards, correcting them where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.