Security Specialist - Safe, Guest-First, Flexible Shifts

Target; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Security Specialist role within Target's Assets Protection focuses on creating a safe, secure shopping environment and preventing shortages. You will drive a physical security culture, respond to incidents, and train teammates in merchandise protection and loss-prevention practices.

You will engage guests and team members, conduct security practices and documentation, and adhere to AP policies to ensure a safe store environment and excellent guest experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and 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

• Welcome guests and assist team members on the floor, in-store and online.
• Lead a physical security culture and maintain safe store standards.
• Respond to and document security incidents accurately.
• Understand and use escalation tools for guest issues.
• Conduct merchandise recoveries and assist in shortage prevention.
• Perform receipt checks for high-dollar merchandise to prevent loss.
• Document incidents in the system following AP policy and procedures.
• Operate the video surveillance system and train teammates on protection measures.
• Train teammates on merchandise protection and shortage focus areas.
• Execute shortage action plans set by AP leadership and maintain a safe store environment.
• Provide guest service and a secure, welcoming shopping experience.

Skills

Welcoming attitude

Adapt to technology

Effective communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ age requirement

Job description

Target Security Specialist role within Target's Assets Protection focuses on creating a safe, secure shopping environment and preventing shortages. You will drive a physical security culture, respond to incidents, and train teammates in merchandise protection and loss-prevention practices.

You will engage guests and team members, conduct security practices and documentation, and adhere to AP policies to ensure a safe store environment and excellent guest experience.