Target Security Specialist

Target • Mount Pleasant, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist works within Target’s Assets Protection team to help keep guests, team members, and the brand 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. It also builds relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement.

The position combines guest service with store security. Specialists help create a friendly shopping experience, maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to and document incidents, use de-escalation tactics, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, conduct merchandise receipt checks, and use Target’s video surveillance and case management systems. The role is active and physically demanding and requires schedule flexibility, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet applicable 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 complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Ability to climb ladders and 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, and to 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; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and thank 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 provide 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 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 theft and shortage trends, and communicate them.
• Submit incident documentation in the case management system in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target’s video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies, report hazards, and correct hazards where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target directs candidates to its careers benefits page for information about financial, education, and well-being benefits; eligibility depends on the role.

What This Job Offers

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