Security Specialist: Guest Safety & Loss Prevention

Target; Glenview (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking a Security Specialist to protect guests, team members and assets in a high-traffic store environment. You will engage customers, perform front-of-store oversight, and respond to incidents with accurate documentation and escalation when needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to daily operations, and strict adherence to AP policies while maintaining a safe, welcoming store. Flexible hours and safety training are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Meet any 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 the products they are looking for in-store and online.
• Lead a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
• Understand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues in order to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests.
• Conduct productive merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies and procedures and AP leadership guidance.
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise.
• Submit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use the video system.
• Train team members to apply merchandise protection and audit execution.
• Teach and train team members on operational shortage focus area opportunities as directed by AP leadership.
• Execute shortage action plans set by AP leadership to minimize shortage in focus areas.
• Model working safely while maintaining a clean store for guests and team members.
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
• All other duties based on business needs

Skills

Welcoming attitude

Effective communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Time management

Technology adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Video surveillance system

Case management systems

Job description

Target is seeking a Security Specialist to protect guests, team members and assets in a high-traffic store environment. You will engage customers, perform front-of-store oversight, and respond to incidents with accurate documentation and escalation when needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to daily operations, and strict adherence to AP policies while maintaining a safe, welcoming store. Flexible hours and safety training are provided.