Target Security Specialist
Core
Protect guests, team, and brand security while ensuring product availability by mitigating theft, fraud, and shortage risks.
Role type
Store-level security specialist (assets protection)
Builds
Safe shopping environment and secure inventory
Domain
Retail security
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation tactics, video surveillance operation, case management documentation, merchandise theft recovery, physical apprehension support, front-of-store receipt checks, ladder climbing, heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs), mobile operation in varying conditions
Preferred skills
Crisis response, crowd management, intelligence-led tactics, ethical conduct, safety compliance
Responsibilities
Greet guests and resolve issues to ensure a smooth shopping experience; assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store; respond to and document security incidents; conduct merchandise theft recoveries; perform merchandise receipt checks at the front of store; leverage de-escalation tactics for security incidents; comply with safety policies and training; work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays