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From the employer's careers site First seen 7 Nov 2026

Target Security Specialist

Salary

$20.00 USD - $30.00 USD per hour

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Description

The Starting Hourly Rate is $20.00 USD per hour, with a Pay Range of $20.00 USD - $30.00 USD per hour.

As a Target Security Specialist, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for team members and guests. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting sales by engaging with guests and team members at the front of store and on the sales floor
  • Leading a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store
  • Responding to and documenting security incidents
  • Conducting merchandise recoveries and providing apprehension support as needed
  • Preventing theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks
  • Submitting documentation in the system for all incidents
  • Understanding and using the video system
  • Training team members on merchandise protection and audit execution
  • Executing shortage action plans to minimize shortage in focus areas
  • Modelling safe working practices and maintaining a clean store environment
  • Providing excellent service and shopping experience for guests
  • Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A welcoming and helpful attitude towards guests and team members
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
  • Physical abilities to climb ladders, apprehend subjects, and lift/move merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Target offers competitive benefits, including financial, education, and well-being programs. You can learn more about benefits eligibility for this role at https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A.

Skills

Required

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