Target Security Specialist

Target; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Target as a Security Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of guests and team members. Your responsibilities will include responding to security incidents, promoting a culture of safety, and utilizing surveillance systems. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests.
• Respond to and document security incidents.
• Conduct merchandise theft recoveries.

Skills

Crisis response

De-escalation

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $22.00 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 guests. 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 providing our team members with meaningful experiences that help them develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist offers the following:

• 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

As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

• Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of the 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, adhering to AP policies.

• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of the store by performing merchandise receipt checks and recognizing trends.

• Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policies and procedures.

• Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.

• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.

• Work safely at all times; comply with safety policies, report hazards, and correct where possible.

• Perform all other duties as needed based on business requirements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This may be the right job for you if:

• Enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and team members.

• Thrive in a fast-paced, active, and physically demanding environment where teamwork, flexibility, and problem-solving are essential.

• Are open to working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.

Skills and qualifications you should have from the start:

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Meet legal requirements related to licensure or other local laws.

• Welcoming and helpful attitude towards all guests and team members.

• Ability to communicate on multiple devices and operate technology equipment as directed.

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team, manage workload, and prioritize tasks.

• Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks within timeframes.

Additional expectations include:

• Climb ladders safely.

• Apprehend subjects following company policy.

• Handle and move merchandise safely, including lifting up to 40 pounds.

• Work reliably during nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Work in varying environmental conditions.

• Remain mobile during shifts.

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

Target considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local laws. For benefits eligibility details, visit: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A. Target will provide reasonable accommodations during the application process upon request. For assistance, visit your nearest Target store or contact Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680.