Target Security Specialist

Target Security Specialist Apply to locations:
1111 E Army Post Rd Ste 2204, Des Moines, IA 50315-5962
Time Type:
Variable
Posted on:
2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID:
R0000371244
Starting Hourly Rate:
$17.75 USD per hour
ALL ABOUT TARGET
As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work, and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together.
ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION
Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team, and brand safe and secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest.
At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist can provide you with the:

Skills using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure
Experience in crisis response, safety, and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members
Skills in de-escalation as well as experience with recovering stolen merchandise to prevent shortage
Ability to utilize Target's video surveillance system
Ability to properly document cases using industry case management systems
As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

Support sales by welcoming and engaging guests and team members at the front of store
Lead a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property
Respond to and accurately document security incidents
Understand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues in order to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests
Conduct productive merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies and procedures and AP leadership guidance
Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise
Submit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures
Understand and appropriately use the video system
Model working safely while maintaining a clean store for guests and team members
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest
Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.
All other duties based on business needs
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We might be a great match if:

Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests
Providing service to our guests that makes them say 'I LOVE TARGET!' excites you…. That's why we love working at Target
Stocking, Setting, and Selling Target products sounds like your thing… That's the core of what we do
You aren't looking for a Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired, and rewarded
The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Target Security Specialist. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

Must be 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 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
We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:

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
Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, and holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary
Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)
Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ***/careers/benefits .
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at 1-*** for additional information.
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