Target Security Specialist

Target • La Plata, MD

3d • $20 - $29

About The Position

Target Security Specialists help protect guests, team members, and the Target brand by maintaining a safe and secure environment and supporting crisis response. They help mitigate shortage risks and prevent and resolve theft and fraud, while building relationships with store leaders, public safety officials, and law enforcement. The role provides experience in intelligence-led safety tactics, crisis response, de-escalation, physical security controls, video surveillance, and incident documentation.

The position also supports a friendly and easy guest experience: greeting and assisting guests, resolving issues, thanking guests, and supporting peers. Specialists assess and maintain security standards throughout the store and exterior property, respond to and document incidents, support theft recoveries and apprehensions according to policy, conduct merchandise receipt checks, and use Target’s video surveillance and case management systems. The role requires following safety, ethical conduct, and compliance standards, and performing other duties based on business needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet 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 with 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 other peak shopping times; report to 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

• Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and thank them at the end of transactions.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver 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 and appropriate manner, and accurately document incidents.
• Use de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, adhering to Assets Protection policies.
• Perform merchandise receipt checks to prevent theft and shortage, and recognize and communicate trends.
• Submit appropriate incident documentation in the case management system according to policy 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.

Benefits

• Target directs candidates to its benefits information page for competitive benefits related to financial well-being, education, and other areas; eligibility details are provided through a separate link.

What This Job Offers

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