Target Security Specialist

Target Target · Retail · Sausalito, CA

This role focuses on maintaining security and safety within a retail environment, including preventing theft, responding to incidents, and ensuring a positive guest experience. It involves physical security measures, de-escalation tactics, and using surveillance systems. The role is not directly involved in AI/ML development or research.

What you'd actually do

  1. Greet: 10ft: be friendly – smile, make eye contact, or wave
  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