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, as well as responding to crisis events.
The role involves using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe, responding to security incidents, and documenting cases using a case management system. You will also be responsible for promoting a physical security culture, conducting merchandise theft recoveries, and preventing theft and shortage at the front of the store.
As a Target Security Specialist, you will:
- Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience
- Greet guests, help them find what they need, and resolve issues
- Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas
- Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience
- Promote a physical security culture for team members and guests
- Respond to and accurately document security incidents
- Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents
- Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support
- Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store
- Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system
- Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system
- Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
- Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible
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 toward all guests and other team members
- Be able to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment
- Have effective communication skills and be able to work both independently and with a team
- Be able to manage workload and prioritise tasks independently
- Be capable of remaining focused and composed in a fast-paced environment
In terms of qualifications, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
Target offers competitive benefits, including financial, education, and well-being benefits. You can find more information on benefits eligibility at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.