Dynamic Security & Loss Prevention Specialist

Target; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking a Security Specialist to join our Assets Protection team. You will help maintain a safe guest and team environment, monitor incidents with video systems, and support shrink reduction through proactive protection and training.

You will engage guests and teammates, handle front-of-store security tasks, and collaborate with AP leadership on shortage action plans. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Meet state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members.
• Learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• Work both independently and with a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Support sales by welcoming and engaging guests and team members at the front of store and on the sales floor; help guests find products in-store and online.
• Lead a physical security culture for our team and guests by maintaining safe standards throughout the store.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
• Understand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues to provide a safe environment.
• Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed per AP policies.
• Prevent theft by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise.
• Submit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy.
• Understand and use the video system; train team members on protection and audit.
• Teach team members on shortage focus area opportunities directed by AP leadership.
• Execute shortage action plans to minimize shortage in focus areas.

Skills

Guest service mindset

Effective communication

Independence and teamwork

Prioritization and task management

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18 years of age or older

Job description

Target is seeking a Security Specialist to join our Assets Protection team. You will help maintain a safe guest and team environment, monitor incidents with video systems, and support shrink reduction through proactive protection and training.

You will engage guests and teammates, handle front-of-store security tasks, and collaborate with AP leadership on shortage action plans. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.