Target Security Specialist

Target Target · Retail · San Diego, CA

This role focuses on loss prevention and security within a retail environment, involving guest and team member safety, crisis response, de-escalation, and using surveillance systems. It requires documenting incidents, preventing theft, and maintaining a secure store environment. The role does not involve AI/ML development or research.

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. Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.
  5. Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies.

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
  • AP policies and procedures