Target Security Specialist

Target•Waynesboro, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists work in Assets Protection to help keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure. The role supports crisis response, safety, and crowd management; helps prevent and resolve theft and fraud; and contributes to a safe, secure, and welcoming shopping experience. Specialists build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and use intelligence-led tactics, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and case management systems. The position combines guest service with security duties. Specialists greet and assist guests, support their peers, adapt to business needs, assess and maintain security standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to and document incidents, support theft apprehensions and merchandise recoveries in accordance with AP policies, and perform merchandise receipt checks. They are expected to follow safety, ethical conduct, and compliance requirements and take on other duties based on business needs. The role is active and physically demanding, requiring flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. The starting hourly rate is $18.50 USD. Target directs applicants to its benefits pages for details about benefits and eligibility.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet applicable state or local licensure and other legal requirements for 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 complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, 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 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.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
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, 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 across the store.
Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, following AP policies.
Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store, following AP policies, and recognize and communicate trends.
Submit incident documentation in the case management system in accordance with AP policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
Perform other duties based on business needs.