Target Security Specialist

Target; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as a Target Security Specialist, ensuring the safety of guests and team members. You will utilize intelligence-led tactics and respond to security incidents while promoting a secure environment. This role requires a flexible schedule and offers opportunities to develop valuable skills in crisis management and security operations.

Qualifications

• Enjoy interacting and helping others.
• Thrive in a physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests.
• Respond to and document security incidents.
• Prevent theft and maintain security standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Target Security Specialist role at Target

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $21.00 USD per hour

ALL ABOUT TARGET

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION

Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.

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 physical security controls and culture
• Ability to utilize Target's video surveillance system
• Ability to timely and accurately document cases using case management systems

Typical Responsibilities

A typical day will most likely include the following:

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of store.
• Promote 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 in a timely manner.
• Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests.
• Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies.
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks while adhering to AP policies, as well as recognizing and communicating trends.
• Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
• Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
• Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.
• All other duties based on business needs

Qualifications and Skills

If this may be the right job for you, consider:

• You enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and team members.
• You thrive in a fast-moving, active, and physically demanding role, with teamwork, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
• You are open to working a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required skills and qualifications include:

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Meet legal requirements related to the position
• Welcoming attitude towards guests and team members
• Ability to operate technology equipment and communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Manage workload and stay focused in a fast-paced environment

Physical and Other Requirements

• Climb ladders, handle and move merchandise up to 40 pounds
• Reliable attendance and flexible schedule
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and environments
• Remain mobile throughout the shift

Find benefits information at: https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits

Target considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with laws.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other, Information Technology, Management

Industry: Retail