Security Specialist - Flexible Schedule & Crisis Response

Target Corp; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

employee discount

short term disability

long term disability

paid sick leave

paid national holidays

paid vacation

Job summary

Target Security Specialist role at Target focuses on protecting guests, team members and the brand through intelligence-led security and incident documentation. You will engage with guests, conduct thorough loss-prevention activities, and coordinate with store leadership in crisis situations.

The position requires high school completion, 18+ age, and the ability to operate scanners and surveillance tools. A fast-paced, physically demanding environment awaits with varying shifts including nights

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to operate handheld scanners and multi-frequency devices.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist to ensure a smooth, friendly shopping experience.
• Respond to security incidents and document cases in the case management system.
• Prevent theft by performing merchandise receipt checks and loss-prevention duties.
• Support crisis response, safety and crowd management as needed.
• Use de-escalation techniques and security controls to maintain a safe environment.
• Maintain compliance with AP policies and company procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

De-escalation

Communication

Handheld scanners

Video surveillance system

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Video surveillance system

Job description

Target Security Specialist role at Target focuses on protecting guests, team members and the brand through intelligence-led security and incident documentation. You will engage with guests, conduct thorough loss-prevention activities, and coordinate with store leadership in crisis situations.

The position requires high school completion, 18+ age, and the ability to operate scanners and surveillance tools. A fast-paced, physically demanding environment awaits with varying shifts including nights