Target Security Specialist

Target•Las Cruces, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps protect guests, team members, and the Target brand while supporting a safe and welcoming store environment. The role works to mitigate shortage risks, prevent and resolve theft and fraud, protect profitable sales, and help ensure merchandise is available for guests. Security Specialists build relationships with store leaders and public safety officials, including law enforcement, and support crisis response, safety, and crowd management. The position combines guest service with physical security responsibilities. Specialists greet and assist guests, respond to security incidents, use de-escalation tactics, conduct merchandise theft recoveries, support theft apprehensions in accordance with policy, perform merchandise receipt checks, and document incidents in Target’s case management system. They use video surveillance and other technology as directed, maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property, and follow company policies, safety practices, and training. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, sound judgment, and the ability to remain mobile and composed in an active, physically demanding 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 using 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 prioritize tasks independently.
Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete 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 assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, report when 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 some job duties, including Drive-Up and carryout.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly and helpful guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, 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 deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience.
Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner.
Respond appropriately to guest issues to help provide a safe and secure environment for team members and guests.
Use de-escalation tactics and available resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
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 appropriate documentation for incidents in the case management system in accordance with 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.