Target Security Specialist

Target • Garland, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists help protect guests, team members, and the Target brand while supporting a safe, secure, and welcoming shopping experience. The role focuses on reducing shortage risks, preventing and resolving theft and fraud, responding to security incidents, and maintaining physical security throughout the store and its exterior. Specialists work with store leaders, team members, public safety officials, and law enforcement as appropriate.

The position combines guest service with security work. Specialists greet and assist guests, help resolve issues, and support colleagues while using de-escalation, crisis-response, and crowd-management skills. They conduct merchandise receipt checks and theft recoveries, support apprehensions in accordance with company policy, use video surveillance and handheld technology, and document incidents accurately in Target’s case-management system. The work is active and physically demanding, requires mobility throughout a shift, and may involve exposure to varying temperatures and other elements. Target provides training for the role. The starting hourly rate is $18.00 USD.

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 using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology as directed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work both 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 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 when 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; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

• Provide a friendly, helpful guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to support 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 help maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Use de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support in accordance with Assets Protection policies.
• Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store and recognize and communicate trends to help prevent theft and shortage.
• Submit incident documentation in the case-management system in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target’s video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct and comply with safety policies, practices, and training; report hazards and correct them where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target directs applicants to its benefits information and benefits eligibility resources; specific benefits for this role are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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