Target Security Specialist

Target Security SpecialistThe starting hourly rate is $20.50 USD per hour. The pay range is $20.50 USD - $30.75 USD per hour.As part of our collaborative and guest-obsessed team, you will help us create an experience that makes guests say, "I love Target" When you work at Target, you're helping every family discover the joy in everyday life. You're working alongside an enthusiastic, dedicated team that brings their passion and pride to all that they do. You will deliver a destination shopping experience by providing a safe and secure environment for our guests and mitigate shortage risks in order to drive sales.AP teams function to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests, and meet financial goals of shortage and profitability in a Target store. AP teams will do this by leading a physical security and safety culture and responding to crisis events, investigating and resolving theft, and creating awareness and educating team members on operational shortage priorities.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 secureExperience in crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team membersSkills in de-escalation as well as experience with recovering stolen merchandise to prevent shortageAbility to utilize Target's video surveillance systemAbility to properly document cases using industry case management systemsAs 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 onlineLead a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior propertyRespond to and accurately document security incidentsUnderstand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues in order to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guestsConduct productive merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies and procedures and AP leadership guidancePrevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandiseSubmit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy and proceduresUnderstand and appropriately use the video systemTrain team members to apply merchandise protection and audit executionTeach and train team members on operational shortage focus area opportunities as directed by AP leadershipExecute shortage action plans set by AP leadership to minimize shortage in focus areasModel working safely while maintaining a clean store for guests and team membersProvide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guestDemonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and complianceAll other duties based on business needsWe might be a great match if:Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excitedProviding service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET excites youStocking, setting and selling Target products sounds like your thingYou aren't looking for a Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all dayThe 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:High school diploma or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of age or olderWelcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team membersLearn and adapt to current technology needsEffective communication skillsWork both independently and with a teamManage workload and prioritize tasks independentlyWe 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 laddersApprehend subjects in accordance with company policyScan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 poundsFlexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessaryFind competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.