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From the employer's careers site First seen 12 Nov 2026

Target Security Specialist

Salary

$21.75 per hour

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Description

Working as a Target Security Specialist means helping create a safe and secure environment for guests and team members. You will be part of the Assets Protection team, which focuses on preventing and resolving theft and fraud, and ensuring product availability for guests.

As a Target Security Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing excellent guest experiences by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, and resolving issues
  • Promoting a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store
  • Responding to and documenting security incidents in a timely manner
  • Using de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents
  • Conducting merchandise theft recoveries and providing theft apprehension support as needed
  • Preventing theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks
  • Submitting documentation in the case management system for all incidents
  • Understanding and using Target's video surveillance system
  • Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance

To be successful in this role, you should:

  • Enjoy interacting and helping others
  • Thrive in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding role
  • Be open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts
  • Have a welcoming and helpful attitude towards guests and team members
  • Be able to communicate effectively and work independently and as part of a team
  • Meet the basic requirements, including being at least 18 years old, having a high school diploma or equivalent, and meeting any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements

In terms of benefits, Target offers competitive packages, including financial, educational, and well-being benefits. You can find more information on the Target corporate website.

Salary: $21.75 per hour

Benefits Eligibility: Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

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Skills

Required

  • communication skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • physical stamina
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