Target Security Specialist

Target Target · Retail · New York, NY +1

This role focuses on loss prevention and security within a retail environment, involving guest and team member safety, crisis response, and mitigating theft and fraud. Responsibilities include using surveillance systems, documenting incidents, de-escalation, and merchandise recovery, with a strong emphasis on adhering to company policies and maintaining a secure store environment.

What you'd actually do

  1. Using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure
  2. Crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members
  3. De-escalation as well as experience with physical security controls and culture
  4. Using Target's video surveillance system
  5. Timely and accurately documenting cases using case management systems

Skills

Required

  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
  • Effective communication skills
  • Work both independently and with a team
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position

Nice to have

  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members

What the JD emphasized

  • strictly adhering to AP policies
  • following AP policy and procedures
  • adhering to AP policies