Target Security Specialist

Target•North Aurora, IL

4d•$19 - $29

About The Position

Target Security Specialists help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand safe and secure. The role supports Assets Protection by mitigating shortage risks, preventing and resolving theft and fraud, and helping ensure products are available to guests. Specialists build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and contribute to a safe, welcoming shopping experience. The position offers experience with intelligence-led safety tactics, crisis response, crowd management, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and incident documentation. Specialists assess and maintain security standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to security incidents and guest issues, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, conduct merchandise receipt checks, and document incidents using case management systems. They also help guests, support peers, adapt to business needs, follow safety and compliance requirements, and perform other duties based on business needs. The role is fast-moving, active, and physically demanding. It requires a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. Employees must remain mobile during shifts, climb ladders, and frequently lift or move merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds. Some duties may involve exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements. The starting hourly rate is $19.25, with a pay range of $19.25–$28.90 per hour. Target provides information about benefits and eligibility through the URLs in the posting.

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 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 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.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift, which may vary in length.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and end transactions with a sincere thank you.
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.
Respond to security incidents and guest issues in a timely and appropriate manner, and accurately document incidents.
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 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 and follow safety and compliance requirements; report hazards and correct them where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.