Target Security Specialist

Target • Long Beach, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist supports Assets Protection by helping keep guests, team members, and the brand safe and secure. The role helps protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing and resolving theft and fraud. Specialists build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and contribute to a safe and welcoming guest experience.

The position involves assessing and maintaining physical security standards throughout the store and exterior property, responding to and documenting incidents, using de-escalation tactics, supporting theft apprehensions and merchandise recoveries in accordance with company policy, conducting merchandise receipt checks, and using Target’s video surveillance and case management systems. It also includes general guest service and teamwork duties. The work is active and physically demanding, with frequent mobility, ladder use, and handling merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds. Schedules may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet applicable state or local licensure and other legal requirements related to the position.
• Have a welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Have effective communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Climb up and down ladders.
• Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
• Scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving items weighing up to 40 pounds without additional assistance.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and varying hours or shifts; attend scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
• Work in and be exposed to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain duties, including Drive-Up and carryout.
• Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift, which may vary in length.

Responsibilities

• Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find items or resolve issues, and thanking 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.
• 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 to help maintain a safe environment.
• Document security incidents accurately and promptly, submitting appropriate case documentation in accordance with Assets Protection policies and procedures.
• Use de-escalation tactics and available resources when responding to security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly following Assets Protection policies.
• Perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of the store, recognize and communicate trends, and help prevent theft and shortage.
• 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 when possible.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are available in financial, education, and well-being categories; eligibility details are provided through the referenced benefits website.

What This Job Offers

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