Target Security Specialist

Target • Fultondale, AL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Specialists help create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience while maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property. They respond to and document incidents, support theft recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with policy, conduct merchandise receipt checks, and use Target’s video surveillance and case-management systems. The role also requires teamwork, flexibility, guest assistance, and compliance with safety and Assets Protection policies.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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 multi-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 and apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 40 pounds without 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, which may vary in length.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
• 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 guest experience.
• Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to security incidents and guest issues in a timely manner, and accurately document incidents.
• 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, recognize theft and shortage trends, and communicate them.
• Submit incident documentation in the case-management system according to Assets Protection policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target’s video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct and a culture of safety and compliance; follow safety practices, report hazards, and correct them when possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target provides information about competitive benefits spanning financial, education, and well-being offerings; eligibility for this role is explained at the provided benefits-eligibility URL.

What This Job Offers

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