Security Specialist

6 days ago


Springfield, Virginia, United States Target Full time
About Target

Target is a Fortune 50 company with over 400,000 team members worldwide, operating as one of America's leading retailers. Our purpose is to help all families discover the joy of everyday life by providing a unique shopping experience that meets the needs of our guests.

About Assets Protection

Assets Protection (AP) teams play a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our guests and team members. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product availability.

Job Summary

The Security Specialist role is a key position within the Assets Protection team, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of our guests and team members. This role involves using intelligence-led tactics to prevent and respond to security incidents, as well as providing support to both guests and team members.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support Sales: Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of store, creating a positive shopping experience.
  • Lead Physical Security: Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
  • Respond to Security Incidents: Accurately document security incidents and respond to guest issues in a timely and professional manner.
  • Prevent Theft and Shortage: Perform receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise and submit documentation in the system for all incidents.
  • Model Safe Work Practices: Maintain a clean store environment and work safely to benefit yourself and others.
  • Provide Excellent Service: Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, providing a shopping experience that meets the needs of our guests.
Requirements
  • Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Licensure and Certification: Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position.
  • Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, including the ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
  • Teamwork and Adaptability: Work both independently and with a team, managing workload and prioritizing tasks independently.
  • Physical Demands: 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.
What We Offer

Target offers a competitive benefits package, including financial and education benefits, as well as well-being and beyond. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services for additional information.



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