Target Security Specialist

Target•Rochester, MN

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps create a safe and secure environment for guests and team members while mitigating shortage risks and supporting sales. As part of the Assets Protection team, this role helps prevent, investigate, and resolve theft and fraud so products remain available to guests. The position offers experience in intelligence-led security tactics, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, merchandise recovery, video surveillance, and case documentation. The role involves working at the front of the store and on the sales floor, engaging guests and team members, maintaining physical security standards throughout the store and exterior property, responding to and documenting incidents, and supporting shortage prevention. The specialist follows Assets Protection policies and leadership guidance, trains team members on merchandise protection and shortage-focused operational practices, and provides a safe, clean, and welcoming shopping experience. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Meet applicable state or local licensure and other legal requirements for the position.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
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 weighing up to 40 pounds.
Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of the store and on the sales floor; help guests locate products in-store and online.
Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property, and promote a physical security culture.
Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
Use escalation tools appropriately to address guest issues and maintain a safe environment.
Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support in accordance with Assets Protection policies, procedures, and leadership guidance.
Perform receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise to help prevent theft and shortage at the front of the store.
Submit required incident documentation in the system following Assets Protection policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use the video surveillance system.
Train team members on merchandise protection and audit execution.
Teach and train team members on operational shortage focus-area opportunities as directed by Assets Protection leadership.
Execute shortage action plans established by Assets Protection leadership.
Model safe work practices and maintain a clean store for guests and team members.
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
Perform other duties based on business needs.