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Target Security Specialist
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Target
Starting Hourly Rate: $23.25 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.
All About Assets Protection Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team members, 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.
Skills and Experience
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 document cases accurately and timely using case management systems
Typical Day Responsibilities
Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of store.
Promote a physical security culture 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 environment.
Leverage de‑escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
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 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 and report hazards.
All other duties based on business needs.
What We Are Looking For
You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests and fellow team members.
You thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key.
You are open to working a flexible schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak times).
Required Skills
Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet any state or local licensure and/or legal requirements related to the position.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members.
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Capacity to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment.
Job Basics
Climb up and down ladders.
Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
Scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
Flexible work schedule and reliable attendance.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other conditions.
Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
Benefits Find competitive benefits from financial, education, and well‑being to beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
EEO Statement Target will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
Benefits Eligibility Learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A. (Also available in Spanish: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A)
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Retail
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Target Security Specialist
role at
Target
Starting Hourly Rate: $23.25 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.
All About Assets Protection Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team members, 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.
Skills and Experience
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 document cases accurately and timely using case management systems
Typical Day Responsibilities
Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests at the front of store.
Promote a physical security culture 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 environment.
Leverage de‑escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents.
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 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 and report hazards.
All other duties based on business needs.
What We Are Looking For
You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests and fellow team members.
You thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key.
You are open to working a flexible schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak times).
Required Skills
Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet any state or local licensure and/or legal requirements related to the position.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members.
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Capacity to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment.
Job Basics
Climb up and down ladders.
Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
Scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
Flexible work schedule and reliable attendance.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other conditions.
Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
Benefits Find competitive benefits from financial, education, and well‑being to beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
EEO Statement Target will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
Benefits Eligibility Learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A. (Also available in Spanish: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A)
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Retail
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Target by 2x.
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