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From the employer's careers site First seen 8 Nov 2026

Target Security Specialist

Salary

$17.75 per hour

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Description

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. You will be part of the Assets Protection team, which functions to keep guests, team members, and the brand secure and lead through crisis events.

As a Target Security Specialist, your role will involve using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure, crisis response, safety and crowd management, de-escalation, and experience with physical security controls and culture. You will also use Target's video surveillance system and document cases using case management systems.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Creating an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience
  • Greeting guests, helping them find what they need, and resolving issues
  • Supporting team efforts and assisting peers in other areas
  • Promoting a physical security culture throughout the store
  • Responding to and documenting security incidents
  • Using de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents
  • Conducting merchandise theft recoveries and providing theft apprehension support
  • Preventing theft and shortage at the front of store
  • Submitting documentation in the case management system
  • Understanding and using Target's video surveillance system
  • Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance

This role requires:

  • Being at least 18 years old
  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Meeting state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements
  • A welcoming and helpful attitude towards guests and team members
  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Managing workload and prioritizing tasks
  • Remaining focused and composed in a fast-paced environment

The starting hourly rate is $17.75 USD per hour.

You can 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

  • intelligence-led tactics
  • crisis response
  • safety and crowd management
  • de-escalation
  • physical security controls
  • video surveillance system
  • case management systems
  • effective communication skills
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