Target Security Specialist

Target•Columbus, OH

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist supports Assets Protection by helping keep guests, team members, and the Target brand safe and secure. The role protects profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud. It offers experience in intelligence-led security, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, merchandise recovery, video surveillance, and incident documentation. The specialist engages with guests and team members, maintains safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property, responds to and documents incidents, supports merchandise recoveries and apprehensions in accordance with company policy, and uses video and case-management systems. The role also trains team members on merchandise protection and shortage-focused operations, carries out shortage action plans, and models ethical conduct, safety, and compliance. Duties may vary 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 other team members.
Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
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.
Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of the store and on the sales floor, and help guests find products in-store and online.
Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
Use escalation tools to address guest issues and maintain a safe and secure environment.
Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, following Assets Protection policies, procedures, and leadership guidance.
Perform receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise to help prevent theft and shortage.
Submit appropriate system documentation for incidents in accordance with Assets Protection policies and procedures.
Use the video surveillance system appropriately.
Train team members on merchandise protection and audit execution.
Teach and train team members on operational shortage-focus opportunities as directed by Assets Protection leadership.
Execute shortage action plans set by Assets Protection leadership.
Work safely and maintain a clean store for guests and team members.
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
Perform other duties based on business needs.