Target Security Specialist
Core
Protect guests and team members by mitigating theft, fraud, and shortage risks while ensuring product availability and safety.
Role type
Entry-level security specialist (assets protection)
Builds
Safe and secure store environment for guests and team members
Domain
Retail security / Loss prevention
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation tactics, video surveillance operation, case documentation, merchandise theft recovery, physical security controls, crisis response, crowd management
Preferred skills
Intelligence-led tactics, creative problem solving, flexible scheduling
Technologies
Video surveillance systems, handheld scanners, frequency devices, case management systems
Responsibilities
Greet guests at the front of store; assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store; respond to and document security incidents; respond to guest issues; leverage de-escalation tactics; conduct merchandise theft recoveries; perform merchandise receipt checks; submit documentation in case management system; climb ladders; apprehend subjects in accordance with policy; lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC