Target Security Specialist

Target Corp; Danville (VA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is hiring a Security Specialist in Danville, VA to support Asset Protection and keep guests and team members safe. The role involves engaging with guests, protecting merchandise, and documenting incidents using standard systems.

The position emphasizes de-escalation, crisis response, and collaboration with AP leadership. A high school diploma and flexible scheduling, including weekends, are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet state/local licensure requirements if applicable.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of store and on the sales floor.
• Lead a physical security culture by maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store.
• Respond to and document security incidents accurately.
• Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support per AP policies.

Skills

Customer service

Crisis response

De-escalation

Video surveillance

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Video surveillance system

Job description

## Target Security SpecialistApply: 155 Holt Garrison Pkwy, Danville,VA 24540-5947: Variable: Posted Today: R0000476421Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $17.75 USD per hour**ALL ABOUT TARGET**As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers.Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together.**ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION**Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand safe and secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest.**At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist can provide you with the:*** Skills using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure* Experience in crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members* Skills in de-escalation as well as experience with recovering stolen merchandise to prevent shortage* Ability to utilize Target's video surveillance system* Ability to properly document cases using industry case management systems**As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following 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* Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.* All other duties based on business needsWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**We might be a great match if:*** Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited.... We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests* Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you.... That’s why we love working at Target* Stocking, Setting and Selling Target products sounds like your thing... That’s the core of what we do* You aren’t looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day... We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded**The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Target Security Specialist. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:*** Must be at least 18 years of age or older* High school diploma or equivalent* 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**We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:*** Climb up and down ladders* Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy* Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds* Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessaryFind competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.**Benefits Eligibility**Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou\\_A | Pegue esta URL en su navegador preferido para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad de este puesto para recibir beneficios: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou\\_A**Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)**In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel. Application deadline is : 12/11/2026