Target Security Specialist

Target•Towson, MD

11d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists work on the Assets Protection team to help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure. They help mitigate shortage risks, prevent and resolve theft and fraud, and support the availability of products for guests. The role involves building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and supporting a safe and secure store environment. The position offers experience with intelligence-led safety tactics, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, Target’s video surveillance system, and case management systems. Specialists also contribute to an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by helping guests, supporting peers, and adapting to business and guest needs. This is an active, physically demanding role requiring mobility throughout a scheduled shift. The schedule may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times. The starting hourly rate is $19.75, with a stated pay range of $19.75–$29.65 per hour.

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 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 up to 40 pounds without additional 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; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need or resolve issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
Actively 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, and promote a physical security culture.
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.
Use de-escalation tactics and available resources when responding to security incidents throughout 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, and recognize and communicate trends.
Submit appropriate documentation for all incidents in the case management system, following Assets Protection policies 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, best practices, and training, and report hazards and correct them where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.