Target Security Specialist

Target Target · Retail · Mount Pleasant, SC

Target is seeking a Security Specialist to maintain a safe and secure environment for guests and team members. This role involves responding to security incidents, de-escalating situations, conducting merchandise recoveries, preventing theft, and documenting cases. The specialist will also use the store's video surveillance system and promote a physical security culture. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and flexibility in scheduling. While Target provides training, basic skills in communication and technology operation are expected.

What you'd actually do

  1. Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments:
  2. 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.
  3. Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner.
  4. Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests.
  5. Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.

Skills

Required

  • At least 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
  • 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
  • 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 without additional assistance from others
  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks
  • Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)

What the JD emphasized

  • physical security controls
  • video surveillance system
  • merchandise theft recoveries
  • theft apprehension support
  • merchandise receipt checks