Security Specialist: Crisis Response & Guest Safety

Target; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Security Specialist role in a fast-paced retail environment focused on guest safety and loss prevention. You will greet guests, assist with issues, and uphold security standards across the store.

Role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Training is provided; candidates must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to communicate across multiple devices and use handheld scanners.
• Strong communication and teamwork; capable of independent work and prioritization.
• Must remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create an easy, inspiring, friendly guest experience and greet guests warmly.
• Resolve guest issues to ensure a smooth shopping experience and thank guests at end of transactions.
• Document security incidents accurately in the case management system.
• Promote a physical security culture and maintain safe standards store-wide.
• Prevent theft and perform merchandise receipt checks per AP policies.
• Respond to incidents using de-escalation techniques and appropriate documentation.

Skills

Welcoming attitude

Device communication

Effective communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Focus under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Target Security Specialist role in a fast-paced retail environment focused on guest safety and loss prevention. You will greet guests, assist with issues, and uphold security standards across the store.

Role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Training is provided; candidates must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.