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Target Security Specialist

Target Papillion, NE variable

Salary

$18.50 USD per hour

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Description

We are seeking a Target Security Specialist to join our team. As a Target Security Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of our guests, team members, and stores.

Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards
  • 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 by performing merchandise receipt checks
  • 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

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment
  • Effective communication skills
  • Work both independently and with a team
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

  • Competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond
  • Learn more about benefits eligibility at https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A

Skills

Required

  • communication skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • teamwork
  • flexibility
  • physical security controls
  • video surveillance system
  • case management systems
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