Target Security Specialist

Target • Grand Island, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists help protect guests, team members, and the Target brand by promoting a safe and secure store environment. The role supports Assets Protection efforts to mitigate shortage risks and prevent and resolve 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 use intelligence-led tactics, crisis response, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case-management systems.

The position also delivers a friendly guest experience, supports colleagues across the store, and responds to security incidents. It is an active, physically demanding role requiring flexibility and teamwork. Target provides training for the position.

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 multi-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology 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 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 up to 40 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; 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, which may vary in length.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products 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 shopping experience.
• Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to security incidents and document them accurately and promptly.
• Respond appropriately to guest issues to maintain a safe environment for guests and team members.
• Use de-escalation tactics and 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 theft and shortage trends, and communicate them.
• Submit incident documentation in the case management system in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Use Target's video surveillance system appropriately.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Work safely, comply with safety policies, best practices, and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target directs applicants to its benefits information, including financial, education, and well-being benefits; eligibility details are provided separately.

What This Job Offers

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