Target Security Specialist

Target • Daly City, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Target Security Specialists are part of the Assets Protection team, which helps keep guests, team members, and the Target brand secure. The team protects sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing and resolving theft and fraud, while building relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement. The role provides experience in intelligence-led safety and security, crisis response, de-escalation, physical security, video surveillance, and incident documentation.

The specialist helps create a friendly guest experience while supporting a safe and secure store environment, including the exterior property. They respond to and document security incidents, assist with theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with company policy, perform merchandise receipt checks, and use Target’s video surveillance and case management systems. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, sound judgment, and the ability to remain mobile and composed in a physically active, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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 as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and independently prioritize tasks.
• 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 as 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a friendly, 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.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to provide an easy and inspiring shopping 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 document them accurately and promptly.
• Respond appropriately to guest issues to help maintain a safe environment.
• 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, follow Assets Protection policies, and recognize and communicate trends.
• 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, safety, and compliance.
• Work safely, comply with safety policies, practices, and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target provides information about competitive benefits in financial, education, and well-being categories; eligibility details are provided through a linked benefits page.

What This Job Offers

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