Target Security Specialist

Target•Miami, FL

6d•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 is part of Assets Protection, whose teams mitigate shortage risks and prevent and resolve theft and fraud so 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 combines guest service with store security responsibilities. Specialists greet and assist guests, support peers, adapt to business needs, maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to incidents, document cases, conduct merchandise theft recoveries, support theft apprehensions, and perform merchandise receipt checks in accordance with Assets Protection policies. The role requires sound judgment, ethical conduct, safety compliance, teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to remain mobile and composed in an active environment. The starting hourly rate is $20.25 USD. The posting refers applicants to Target’s benefits and benefits-eligibility information but does not specify which benefits apply to this role.

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 multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment 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 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, holidays, and peak shopping times; 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, including Drive-Up and carryout.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.
Ability to work in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding role requiring teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly and helpful guest experience by greeting guests, assisting them, resolving issues, and thanking them.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adapt 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 in a timely and accurate manner and document them appropriately.
Respond to guest issues to help maintain a safe environment for team members and guests.
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, following policies and recognizing and communicating trends.
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 and training, and report or correct hazards when possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.