Target Security Specialist

Target • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Target Security Specialist works on the Assets Protection team to help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure. The role supports a safe and secure store environment, helps mitigate shortage risks, and prevents and resolves theft and fraud. It also involves building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement.

The position combines guest service with security responsibilities. Specialists provide a friendly and helpful shopping experience while assessing and maintaining physical security standards throughout the store and exterior property. They respond to and document incidents, use de-escalation tactics, support theft recoveries and apprehensions according to AP policy, conduct merchandise receipt checks, and use Target’s video surveillance and case management systems.

The role is fast-moving and physically demanding, requires teamwork and independent task management, and may involve varying schedules and shifts. 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 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 with 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 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, 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 what they need or resolve issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver 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 guest issues in a timely and appropriate 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 follow Assets Protection policies.
• Submit appropriate incident documentation in the case management system according to Assets Protection 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.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target provides access to information about competitive benefits in financial and education areas, as well as well-being; eligibility details are provided through the cited benefits links.

What This Job Offers

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